Overview
Description
The iShares MSCI USA ESG Enhanced UCITS ETF is an exchange-traded fund designed to provide investors with exposure to U.S. equities, while incorporating key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations. Its primary function is to track the performance of the MSCI USA ESG Enhanced Focus Index, which targets companies with robust ESG profiles. This ETF influences sectors such as technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and financials, by selecting stocks that meet specific ESG criteria while aiming for improved sustainability metrics and minimized carbon footprint compared to traditional indices.
A key characteristic of this ETF is its focus on enhancing investment returns through ESG-enhanced selection processes, making it a compelling option for investors seeking to align their portfolios with ethical and sustainable investment goals. By applying these ESG filters, the fund supports the growth of socially responsible businesses. As part of the broader iShares ETF family, it plays a significant role in encouraging the integration of ESG factors in capital markets, promoting more sustainable corporate practices across various sectors represented in the index.
About
Instrument type
ETF
Country
United Kingdom
MIC code
XLON