Desjardins Secures Eight FundGrade A+ Awards for 2025 Performance
Event summary
- Desjardins Group won eight FundGrade A+® Awards for 2025, recognizing exceptional risk-adjusted returns across one mutual fund, three ETFs, and four guaranteed investment funds.
- Three awards were repeat wins, including the Desjardins RI Canada Multifactor – Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF (DRFC) and Desjardins RI Emerging Markets Multifactor – Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF (DRFE) for the third consecutive year.
- Two ETFs also received awards at the 2025 LSEG Lipper Fund Awards for five-year performance.
- Desjardins Group reported assets of $515.9 billion as of September 30, 2025.
The big picture
Desjardins' eight FundGrade A+ Awards underscore its leadership in delivering high-performing, sustainable investment solutions. The wins highlight the group's strategic emphasis on responsible investing and risk-adjusted returns, positioning it strongly in Canada's competitive investment management landscape. With assets exceeding $515 billion, Desjardins' ability to consistently outperform peers reinforces its status as a top-tier financial cooperative.
What we're watching
- Sustainable Investing Momentum
- How Desjardins' focus on responsible investment ETFs will impact its market positioning and attractiveness to ESG-conscious investors.
- Performance Consistency
- Whether Desjardins can maintain its streak of repeat wins in key ETF categories, reinforcing its reputation for sustained outperformance.
- Regulatory and Competitive Dynamics
- The pace at which regulatory shifts and competitive pressures may influence Desjardins' ability to sustain its award-winning performance.
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