SPDR MSCI ACWI

ETF description

This ETF is designed to give investors access to a broad range of companies from across the globe, providing exposure to both developed and emerging markets. It aims to track the performance of an index that includes large and medium‑sized companies from over 20 countries, offering a diverse mix of industries and sectors. The goal is to reflect the overall performance of the global stock market, so the value of this ETF can rise or fall depending on how these global companies perform.

Because this ETF includes a wide range of companies from different parts of the world, it can be suitable for investors who are looking for diversified international exposure. It might appeal to those who want to invest in global economic trends without focusing on specific countries or regions.

Issuer details

SPDR ETFs (Standard & Poor’s Depositary Receipts), managed by State Street Global Advisors, are among the largest and most recognized ETFs in the world, with over $1 trillion in assets under management as of June 2024. SPDR offers a broad range of ETFs covering various market segments, including equities, fixed income, sector‑specific funds, commodities, and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investments. Launched in 1993 with the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), the first ever ETF, SPDR ETFs are known for their strong emphasis on liquidity, transparency, and robust research and analysis. Notable ETFs in their lineup include the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), and SPDR Bloomberg Barclays High Yield Bond ETF (JNK), reflecting SPDR’s commitment to providing diverse and high‑quality investment options to meet the needs of various investors.

Index details

The MSCI ACWI Index is a free float‑adjusted market capitalisation weighted index that is designed to measure the equity market performance of developed and emerging markets. It covers c.2700 securities across large and mid cap size segments and consists of c.49 country indices, of which approximately half are developed and half are emerging markets.