Amundi MSCI World ESG Broad Transition UCITS ETF Dist

Amundi MSCI World ESG Broad Transition UCITS ETF Dist is a distributing exchange-traded fund that tracks the MSCI World ESG Broad CTB Select index, focusing on large and mid-cap equities from developed markets worldwide. It selects and weights securities based on stringent sustainability criteria, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, while aligning with EU climate transition directives to promote a broad transition to a low-carbon economy. The ETF employs full physical replication, holding all 1,151 index constituents, with top holdings like NVIDIA, Microsoft, and Apple comprising about 25.63% of assets. Domiciled in Ireland and launched on December 14, 2023, it manages EUR 261 million in assets with a low total expense ratio of 0.20% p.a. and distributes dividends annually, yielding around 1.33%. The underlying index excels in ESG metrics, boasting a 7.7 ESG score, zero UN Global Compact violations, and reduced fossil fuel exposure compared to broader benchmarks like MSCI ACWI IMI. This ETF serves investors seeking global equity exposure integrated with responsible investing principles, emphasizing climate protection and positive ESG contributions without compromising risk-return profiles.