LEXINGTON, Ky., Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MiddleGround Capital<\/u><\/a> (\u201cMiddleGround\u201d), an operationally focused private equity firm that makes control investments in middle-market B2B industrial and specialty distribution companies headquartered in North America and Europe, today announced its scores from the 2025 \u2018Principles for Responsible Investment\u2019 (\u201cPRI\u201d) Assessment Report, the world\u2019s leading proponent of responsible investment.<\/p>\n MiddleGround earned a rating of five stars in the Direct \u2013 Private Equity category, an improvement from last year\u2019s four-star score, and four stars in both the Policy Governance and Strategy and Confidence Building Measures categories. Overall, the firm achieved strong results, maintaining scores above the median in two out of three modules in which it was eligible to report.<\/p>\n The following scores reflect PRI\u2019s evaluation based on its published criteria:<\/p>\n MiddleGround Capital Summary Scorecard<\/strong><\/p>\n *PRI ratings are based on signatories’ annually reported information compared to peers. MiddleGround did not provide compensation for inclusion. Past performance does not guarantee future results.<\/em><\/p>\n \u201cThe PRI results underscore MiddleGround\u2019s continued commitment to integrating ESG and sustainability principles into our work,\u201d said John Stewart, Founding and Managing Partner of MiddleGround Capital. \u201cWe first joined the organization to hold ourselves to the largest global reporting project on responsible investing, and I\u2019m very proud of our consistent performance since becoming a PRI signatory.\u201d<\/p>\n MiddleGround joined the Principles for Responsible Investment in September 2020, becoming the first sub-$1 billion AUM industrials-focused buyout firm to join the global organization. As a PRI signatory, MiddleGround is part of an international organization dedicated to integrating ESG considerations into investment practices and ownership policies.<\/p>\n The PRI is the world\u2019s largest scale report for investors committed to advancing responsible investment and embedding sustainability factors into their processes. Supported by the United Nations, the PRI works with its global network of signatories to foster transparency, strengthen accountability, and promote long-term value creation. The organization aims to deepen understanding of ESG-related risks and opportunities and help signatories align their activities with a more resilient and sustainable global financial system.<\/p>\n Important Disclosures:<\/em><\/strong> Past Performance<\/u><\/em> Limitations of Ratings<\/u><\/em> Forward Looking Statements<\/u><\/em> About MiddleGround Capital<\/strong>\n
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PRI Ratings and Methodology<\/u><\/em>
\u201cThe Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) ratings referenced in this press release are based on PRI\u2019s methodology signatories’ annually reported information compared to peers. MiddleGround Capital did not provide compensation for inclusion or scoring the PRI Assessment Report.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
\u201cAny references to historical ratings, improvements, or performance over prior years are provided for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
\u201cPRI ratings reflect PRI\u2019s assessment of ESG-related practices as of the reporting period and do not constitute investment advice, nor do they guarantee investment success or future outcomes.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
\u201cCertain statements in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements regarding ESG commitments and sustainability goals. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and should not be interpreted as assurances of future performance.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
MiddleGround Capital is a private equity firm based in Lexington, Kentucky with over $4.1 billion of assets under management. MiddleGround makes control equity investments in middle market B2B industrial and specialty distribution businesses. MiddleGround works with its portfolio companies to create value through a hands-on operational approach and partners with its management teams to support long-term growth strategies. For more information, please visit: https:\/\/middleground.com\/<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n
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