Reporting

Our independence does not mean we are unapproachable. We listen, assess and respond.

Complaints: anyone (rated entities, investors, users of the rating, third parties) may submit a complaint regarding the rating process or the Agency’s conduct by sending a message. The Agency will provide a reasoned response within 30 working days. To proceed, please refer to the Talk to Us section. In the subject line of your message, select Complaints.

Justified concerns: in accordance with Article 20 of Regulation (EU) 2024/3005, trade associations, civil society organisations, academics and public authorities may submit justified concerns regarding rating activities. To proceed, please refer to the Talk to Us section. In the subject line of your message, select Justified concerns.

Appeal: rated entities that disagree with the rating outcome may submit a formal request for a review within 30 days of being notified of the rating. The appeal procedure is handled by the IRC (Independent Rating Committee) that did not take part in the original decision. To proceed, please refer to the Talk to Us section. In the subject line of your message, select Appeal.

Standard Ethics Europe Srl’s annual accounts are filed with the Companies Register and are available via the Chambers of Commerce databases.

Standard Ethics’ Annual Report, also known as “The Big Picture”, is a comprehensive document produced annually by the Agency, which aims to provide an overview of the Corporate, Country and Security Ratings issued by Standard Ethics, as well as comparative analyses of industrial sectors and ESG aspects in areas such as corporate governance and the governance of Sustainability. Please refer to the Research and Methodology page for further details.