FEDM Profile
FlexShares ESG & Climate Developed Markets ex-US Core Index Fund aims to offer investors exposure to companies that demonstrate strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) characteristics, while focusing on broad-market equity securities from developed markets outside the United States. The fund seeks to track an underlying index designed to reflect the performance of companies that not only adhere to specific ESG standards but also represent core equity investments in developed countries excluding the U.S.
The underlying index utilized by the ETF targets companies with robust ESG practices, emphasizing sustainable business models and responsible corporate behavior. By incorporating ESG criteria into its selection process, the index aims to highlight companies that are well-positioned to address environmental and social challenges while maintaining strong governance practices. The fund’s investment strategy includes allocating at least 80% of its total assets to securities within this index, as well as to American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs) that are based on these securities.
Managed by FlexShares, a prominent provider of exchange-traded funds, the ETF benefits from the firm's expertise in ESG investing and its commitment to responsible investment practices. FlexShares employs a rigorous approach to selecting and managing the securities within the fund, ensuring alignment with the ESG criteria of the index. The firm’s extensive research and analytical capabilities support its goal of providing investors with exposure to high-quality companies that meet stringent ESG standards while capturing broad-market performance.
The FlexShares ESG & Climate Developed Markets ex-US Core Index Fund is classified as non-diversified, which means it may have a concentrated focus on selected securities. This allows the fund to align closely with the ESG criteria and core equity exposure specified by the index. The management team continuously monitors market trends and ESG developments to optimize the fund’s holdings and maintain its commitment to sustainable and responsible investing practices. This strategic focus aims to offer investors both strong core market exposure and adherence to ESG principles.
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