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In addition, we believe FORVIA screens attractively from an ESG perspective1, particularly from a climate standpoint where the company has concrete targets in place including a goal of net zero by 2045. Furthermore, the company is well positioned to take advantage of trends towards electric vehicles with market share in clean mobility technologies. Finally, thus far, we feel the management team has executed its strategy well in terms of capital allocation and transparency to investors. The combination of these factors reinforces our strong conviction in FORVIA.
competitive advantage
Our research on FORVIA has led us to believe that the issuer has a sustainable competitive advantage in the automotive supplier industry, as high customer switching costs act as barriers to competition. FORVIA has deeply integrated relationships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and there are high switching costs (financial, technical and regulatory hurdles) associated with switching suppliers, particularly in the middle of an auto production cycle, which can last upwards of 10 years. FORVIA has built a strong reputation as an established and reliable partner to OEMs, meaning there is a high bar to switch to lesser-known suppliers for mission-critical automotive components and equipment.
Key points
- A globally diversified automotive supplier, specialising in seating, electronics and clean mobility equipment.
- Long-term and deeply integrated relationships with OEMs provide barriers to entry for competitors.
- We maintain conviction in management’s ability to execute and deliver continued deleveraging over the medium term.
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1 The portfolio does not have a sustainable investment objective. While the evaluation of Sustainability Risks through the analysis of ESG factors is part of the investment process, it may not necessarily result in the exclusion of a security. Please refer to the sustainability related disclosures for information on the commitments of the portfolio: https://www.wellington.com/en/legal/sfdr.
Risks
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