Fidelity has put together a strong 12-month stretch of asset gathering. An impressive $35 billion recently flowed into the Fidelity ETF lineup.
The iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (ESGU) made its debut on 12/01/2016, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Style Box - All Cap Growth category of the market.
A smart beta exchange traded fund, the iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (ESGU) debuted on 12/01/2016, and offers broad exposure to the Style Box - All Cap Growth category of the market.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 2,788 | $304,198.55 | $460,912.16 | $156,713.61 | 51.52% |
| DI David Izzi Brown, LISLE/CUMMINGS Inc. | 209 | $22,551 | $34,551.88 | $12,000.88 | 53.22% |
| CE Curtis Ellergodt Rothschild Investment LLC | 132 | $17,189.78 | $21,822.24 | $4,632.46 | 26.95% |
| BS Barrett Schultz Ashton Thomas Securities LLC | 35 | $4,950 | $5,786.2 | $836.2 | 16.89% |
| JD Jim Dushek HARBOUR INVESTMENTS Inc. | 96,995 | $9.66M | $16M | $6.34M | 65.64% |
| NASDAQ (NMS) Exchange | US Country |
This fund is committed to investing in U.S. companies that demonstrate positive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) characteristics as identified by its index provider. The fund is designed to track an optimized equity index, aiming to match both the risk and return profiles of the MSCI USA Index, often referred to as the parent index. Notably, at least 90% of the fund's assets are allocated to the securities that form part of the underlying ESG-focused index. To ensure flexibility and hedge against market volatility, up to 10% of the fund's assets can be directed towards futures, options, swap contracts, along with cash and cash equivalents. By adhering to these strategies, the fund seeks to offer investors a sustainable investment option that aligns with their values without compromising on performance.
The majority of the fund’s investments are in the component securities of its underlying ESG-optimized equity index. This strategy ensures that investors are directly supporting companies that meet high environmental, social, and governance standards.
Up to 10% of the fund’s assets may be invested in futures, options, and swap contracts. These financial instruments provide the fund with the flexibility to hedge against market volatility, enhancing the overall risk management strategy.
The inclusion of cash and cash equivalents in the fund’s portfolio allows for liquidity management. This strategic allocation ensures that the fund can meet withdrawal requests promptly, contributing to its operational efficiency while mitigating investment risk.