Xtrackers MSCI UK ESG

ETF description

This ETF focuses on investing in UK companies that meet specific environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. ESG factors assess how companies perform in areas like sustainability, ethical practices, and corporate governance. By tracking an index of UK companies that prioritize responsible business practices, the fund aims to provide exposure to firms that align with ESG principles while still offering broad access to the UK stock market.

This ETF may appeal to investors who are interested in sustainable investing and want to support companies that adhere to high ESG standards. It could suit those seeking to combine ethical considerations with a diversified investment in UK businesses across various industries.

Issuer details

Xtrackers is a large and established provider of high quality ETFs and exchange traded commodities (ETCs). It is the ETF and ETC segment of the German asset manager DWS.

Xtrackers ETFs are listed on eleven stock exchanges globally and have over £169.53bn (as at June 2024) in assets under management, making Xtrackers one of the largest providers of ETFs and ETCs by AUM.

Index details

The MSCI United Kingdom IMI Extended SRI Low Carbon Select 5% Issuer Capped index offers a specialized measure of performance for UK companies with strong environmental, social, and governance practices. By emphasizing firms that excel in managing ESG risks and opportunities, the index provides valuable insights into sustainable investment within the UK market and constituents are capped at 5%.