Xtrackers MSCI Global SDG 11 Sustainable Cities

ETF description

This ETF focuses on investing in companies that contribute to the development of sustainable cities and communities, aligning with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. It targets businesses involved in urban planning, smart infrastructure, renewable energy, and transportation solutions that aim to improve the quality of life in urban areas while minimizing environmental impact. By investing in this ETF, individuals can gain exposure to a diverse set of companies dedicated to creating smarter, greener, and more liveable cities.

Investors who are interested in social responsibility and environmental sustainability may find this ETF appealing. It may attract those who want to support innovations that address urban challenges, such as pollution, traffic congestion, and resource management, while also potentially benefiting from the growth in the sustainable urban development sector.

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 ACWI IMI SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities Select Index aims to reflect the performance of large, medium, and small‑capitalisation companies across developed and emerging markets countries globally; companies associated with a positive contribution to Sustainable Development Goal 11: make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Companies which are associated with the theme, of smart solutions for urban infrastructure and ESG exclusions. The index is reviewed semi‑annually and rebalanced at least quarterly.