Xtrackers MSCI USA Consumer Staples

ETF description

This ETF invests in companies within the U.S. consumer staples sector, which includes businesses that produce essential goods such as food, beverages, and household products. These companies tend to be less affected by economic cycles, as their products are consistently in demand regardless of the state of the economy. The fund aims to track the performance of an index representing U.S. consumer staples companies, providing investors with focused exposure to this stable and defensive sector.

This ETF may appeal to investors seeking steady growth and lower volatility, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty.

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 USA Consumer Staples index offers a specialized measure of performance for U.S. companies within the consumer staples sector. By emphasizing firms that produce and distribute essential goods and services, the index provides valuable insights into sector‑specific investment opportunities.