New on Xetra: Equity ETF from iShares offers access to US companies with a high ESG rating

October 23, 2024--Since Wednesday, a new exchange-traded fund issued by iShares has been tradable on Xetra and Börse Frankfurt.
The iShares MSCI USA Leaders UCITS ETF tracks the performance of the MSCI USA Leaders Select Index. Investors gain access to large and medium-sized companies from the USA that are included in the MSCI USA Index.

Only companies that have a high ESG rating compared to the peer group in the same industry are considered.

Companies from controversial sectors, such as tobacco, weapons or thermal coal are excluded, as are those that violate the principles of the UN Global Compact.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments expanding US active ETF range to Europe

May 19, 2025--A 'natural expansion' for the firm
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is set to expand its active ETF offering to the European market as it looks to branch out from its existing US range.