iShares MSCI World SRI

ETF description

This ETF focuses on companies from around the world that meet specific environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. It aims to invest in businesses that follow sustainable and responsible practices, excluding those involved in industries considered harmful, such as tobacco, weapons, and fossil fuels.

This ETF may appeal to investors who are committed to ethical investing and want to avoid companies that engage in controversial industries. It could also attract individuals who are focused on long‑term growth through companies that prioritize sustainable development and good corporate governance.

Issuer details

iShares ETFs are issued and managed by BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management company.

With 800+ products globally and over $2trn in assets (as at June 2024), iShares ETFs are a flexible, low‑cost way for investors to gain exposure to various market segments, including fixed income, emerging markets and broad‑based indexes.

Index details

The UK Sustainable Equity index offers investors targeted exposure to UK companies that prioritize environmental, social, and governance practices. By focusing on sustainable and responsible businesses, the index provides opportunities for investors to benefit from the performance of companies that are well‑positioned for long‑term success and positive societal impact. Funds tracking this index are commonly used by investors seeking to integrate sustainability into their investment strategies and by those looking to benchmark their ESG‑focused portfolios against a comprehensive measure of responsible UK market performance.