iShares ESG Advanced MSCI USA ETF (NASDAQ: USXF)

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To pursue its objective, The Fund seeks to track the investments results of the MSCI USA Choice ESG Screened Index (the Underlying Index), which has been developed by MSCI Inc. (the Index Provider or MSCI). The Underlying Index is a free float-adjusted market capitalization-weighted index that is designed to reflect the equity performance of large- and mid-capitalization U.S. companies with favorable environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings (as determined by MSCI ESG Research LLC (MSCI ESG Research)) while applying extensive screens, including removing fossil fuel exposure. MSCI begins with the MSCI USA Index (the Parent Index) and selects companies with favorable ESG ratings while excluding securities of companies involved in adult entertainment, alcohol, gambling, tobacco, genetic engineering, controversial weapons, nuclear weapons, civilian firearms, conventional weapons, palm oil, private prisons, predatory lending, and nuclear power based on revenue or percentage of revenue thresholds for certain categories (e.g., dollar 500 million or 50 percent) and categorical exclusions for others (e.g., nuclear weapons)..

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Qualcomm Inc.

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iShares PHLX SOX Semiconductor Sector Index Fund

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Nvidia results will be a critical indicator for the broader market, particularly for those invested in semiconductor and technology sectors.

10 ETFs Poised For Wild Swings Following Nvidia Earnings

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Tobacco giant Philip Morris International received an 85 out of 100 on S&amp;P Global&#39;s latest global ESG ratings, while Tesla got only 40.

&#39;It Needs To End:&#39; Elon Musk Rages Again Against &#39;Corrupted Lie&#39; Of ESG Scores After Tesla&#39;s Low Rating Puzzles Cathie Wood

As of Nov. 22, 2024, two stocks in the financials sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is above 70</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
Here's the latest list of major overbought players in this sector.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">TowneBank (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOWN#NASDAQ">TOWN</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Oct. 23, Towne Bank reported worse-than-expected third-quarter revenue. &#8220;Our third quarter results continued to deliver increased net interest income and noninterest income contributions from our diverse business model which were in line with expectations. We remain committed to prudent balance sheet management strategies. We were also excited to announce our partnership with Village Bank which will meaningfully enhance our Richmond presence, which is core to our franchise future growth. Lastly, the recently released FDIC Deposit Market Share Report for 2024 continues to demonstrate the strength of our Main Street banking model and core deposit franchise, resulting in the #1 market share, or 30%, in our legacy Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA,&#8221; said G. Robert Aston, Jr., Executive Chairman.</li>
<li>The company's stock gained around 32% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TOWN">52-week high of $36.67</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 75.55&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>TOWN Price Action: Shares of TowneBank gained 1.2% to close at $35.31 on Thursday.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wisdomtree Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WT#NYSE">WT</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Oct. 25, WisdomTree posted upbeat quarterly results. &#8220;Our strong third-quarter results demonstrate how we are capitalizing on key secular growth trends, such as the expansion of our models business and our leadership in tokenization. As demand for efficient portfolio solutions continues to grow, we are broadening our reach in the advisor space while positioning ourselves at the forefront of blockchain-enabled finance. Platforms like WisdomTree Prime&#xAE; and WisdomTree Connect&#x2122; are integral to our future growth strategy, offering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of both retail and institutional clients. We believe these initiatives will drive substantial long-term value for our stakeholders.&#8221;</li>
<li>The company's stock gained around 12% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FRPT">has a 52-week high</a> of $12.14.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 79.49</li>
<li>WT Price Action: Shares of Wisdomtree gained 2.3% to close at $12.00 on Thursday.</li>
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TOWN

Top 2 Financials Stocks That May Fall Off A Cliff This Quarter

Seaport Global analyst Glenn Chin upgrades Sonic Automotive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAH#NYSE">SAH</a>) from Neutral to Buy and announces $74 price target.

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Seaport Global Upgrades Sonic Automotive to Buy, Announces $74 Price Target

Blue Bird Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLBD#NASDAQ">BLBD</a>) will release earnings results for its fourth quarter, after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BLBD/earnings">closing bell on Monday, Nov. 25.</a>
Analysts expect the Macon, Georgia-based bank to report quarterly earnings at 65 cents per share, down from 66 cents per share in the year-ago period. Blue Bird projects to report revenue of $343.95 million for the recent quarter, compared to $302.96 million a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On Oct. 28, Blue Bird named Edward Hightower to its Board of Directors.
Blue Bird shares gained 2% to close at $40.08 on Thursday.
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BLBD/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5804a545846faa000106aa10/gregory-lewis">BTIG analyst Gregory Lewis</a> initiated coverage on the stock with a Buy rating and a price target of $55 on Oct. 9. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 75%.</li>
<li>DA Davidson analyst Michael Shlisky maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $66 to $67 on Aug. 9. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 61%.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/58aed4dbb85e9300013bf4d5/eric-stine">Craig-Hallum analyst Eric Stine</a> maintained a Buy rating and increased the price target from $54 to $65 on May 24. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 60%.</li>
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Considering buying BLBD stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think:
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Earnings

BLBD

Top Wall Street Forecasters Revamp Blue Bird Price Expectations Ahead Of Q4 Earnings

B of A Securities analyst Jason Zemansky maintains Kura Oncology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KURA#NASDAQ">KURA</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $36 to $29.

KURA

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Kura Oncology, Lowers Price Target to $29

During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/yield-investments"> high dividend payout</a>.
Benzinga readers can review the latest analyst takes on their favorite stocks by visiting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Traders can sort through Benzinga's extensive database of analyst ratings, including <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">by analyst accuracy</a>.
Below are the ratings of the most accurate analysts for three high-yielding stocks in the industrials sector.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSM#NYSE">MSM</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 4.04%</li>
<li>Baird analyst David Manthey maintained a Neutral rating and raised the price target from $84 to $91 on Oct. 16. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 82%.</li>
<li>Loop Capital analyst Chris Dankert maintained a Hold rating and cut the price target from $80 to $75 on July 3. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 78%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Oct. 24, MSC Industrial Direct Company reported fourth-quarter results. Net sales declined 8.0% year-over-year to $952.3 million, missing the consensus of $959.7 million..</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent112224&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">latest MSM news</a> </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Stanley Black &amp; Decker, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWK#NYSE">SWK</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 3.74%</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Chris Snyder maintained an Equal-Weight rating and cut the price target from $107 to $98 on Oct. 30. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 74%.</li>
<li>Goldman Sachs analyst Joe Ritchie maintained a Neutral rating and raised the price target from $94 to $107 on Oct. 10. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 75%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Nov. 20, Stanley Black &amp; Decker issued a strategic update, reaffirming its FY24 earnings guidance of $3.90-$4.30 per share.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent112224&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">latest SWK news</a> </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">United Parcel Service, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 4.96%</li>
<li>Citigroup analyst Ariel Rosa maintained a Buy rating and cut the price target from $163 to $158 on Nov. 12. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 76%.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Brian Osssenbeck maintained a Neutral rating and cut the price target from $140 to $139 on Oct. 25. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 73%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Oct. 24, United Parcel Service reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s charting tool helped identify the trend in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent112224&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">UPS stock</a>. </li>
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Dividends

Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Give Their Take On 3 Industrials Stocks With Over 3% Dividend Yields

JMP Securities analyst Patrick Walravens maintains Salesforce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) with a Market Outperform and raises the price target from $342 to $450.

JMP Securities Maintains Market Outperform on Salesforce, Raises Price Target to $450

B of A Securities analyst Koji Ikeda maintains Elastic (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ESTC#NYSE">ESTC</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $94 to $120.

ESTC

B of A Securities Maintains Neutral on Elastic, Raises Price Target to $120

FLEX

Flex Announced That Kevin S. Krumm Will Join The Company As Chief Financial Officer Effective January 6, He Will Succeed Jaime Martinez, Interim CFO

B of A Securities analyst Wamsi Mohan maintains NetApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) with a Underperform and raises the price target from $115 to $121.

NTAP

B of A Securities Maintains Underperform on NetApp, Raises Price Target to $121

As Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) rapidly approaches the $100,000 milestone, experts tell Benzinga its dominance is about to hit a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bitcoin-price-prediction">crucial turning point</a>. 
They attribute this rise to record-breaking trading volumes, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42042019/bitcoin-buyer-spree-microstrategy-acquires-4-6b-in-btc-metaplanet-issues-11-4m-in-bonds-to-fund-purchases">increasing institutional adoption</a> and a shift in investor focus toward <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42121936/bitcoin-boom-20-microstrategy-gains-traction-as-a-leveraged-bet-on-crypto-growth">Bitcoin as a quality asset</a>.
What Happened: Bitcoin is trading just below $99,000 at the time of writing, after hitting a record high of $99,486 late Thursday, according to <a href="https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/bitcoin">data </a>from CoinGecko.
In a note sent to Benzinga, Sumit Gupta, co-founder of CoinDCX pointed to the sharp increase in trading activity as a major driver, with daily spot trading volumes exceeding $25 billion and peaking above $40 billion, a significant rise from the $10-12 billion seen just months ago.
&#8220;The surge has been further fueled by developments in the U.S. political landscape. Digital assets have already benefitted from the incoming administration of President-elect (Donald) Trump, with many anticipating that his potential second term could bring more favorable regulatory policies for the crypto sector,&#8221; he said.
Speculation surrounding <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/42120607/gary-gensler-to-step-down-as-sec-chair-on-trumps-inauguration-day">the resignation</a> of SEC Chair Gary Gensler and the potential for more <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42131449/with-gary-gensler-preparing-to-quit-in-2025-secs-crypto-cases-likely-to-quietly-go-away-amid-trumps-pro-bitcoin-stance-says-pantera-capitals-katrina-paglia">crypto-friendly leadership</a> has further boosted investor sentiment, he added.
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Avinash Shekhar, co-founder and CEO of Pi42, said Bitcoin now accounts for 58% of the total cryptocurrency market cap, which has surged to $3.2 trillion. 
"As we approach this critical milestone, the market's focus is shifting toward BTC as the dominant force," Shekhar added.
According to 10x Research, robust liquidity inflows remain a key factor driving Bitcoin's rise.
Tether (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">USDT</a>) and Circle (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">USDC</a>) minted $10 billion and $3 billion respectively in the past month, contributing to an overall minting impulse of $7 billion on a 7-day rolling basis.
"This relentless liquidity is a major driver of the crypto market's momentum," the firm noted. 
Analysts at 10x Research believe that Bitcoin could reach $115,000 by Christmas, with December's historical average return of +9.1% providing a strong basis for further gains. 
"Bitcoin's upward momentum could continue well beyond the $100,000 milestone," the report concluded.
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$USDT

Bitcoin Nears $100,000, 'Momentum Could Continue Well Beyond The Milestone,' Experts Note

REPL: 26% &#x7C; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42124503">Replimune Group shares are trading higher after the company announced it received breakthrough therapy designation status for RP1 and will submit an RP1 biologics license application to the FDA under an accelerated approval pathway.</a>
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GAP: 16% &#x7C; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42123922">Gap shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q3 EPS and sales.</a>
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KSCP: -38% &#x7C; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42125068">Knightscope shares are trading lower after the company announced a proposed public offering of Class A common stock and pre-funded warrants to address working capital needs.</a>

Movers

KSCP

REPL

Market-Moving News for November 22nd

JMP Securities analyst Patrick Walravens maintains DocuSign (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NASDAQ">DOCU</a>) with a Market Outperform and raises the price target from $84 to $108.

DOCU

JMP Securities Maintains Market Outperform on DocuSign, Raises Price Target to $108

B of A Securities analyst Jason Kupferberg maintains Affirm Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $50 to $74.

AFRM

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Affirm Holdings, Raises Price Target to $74

WIIM

ROST

Ross Stores shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q3 EPS results.

IES Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IESC#NASDAQ">IESC</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $2.79 per share. This is a 60.34 percent increase over earnings of $1.74 per share from the same period last year. The company reported $776.00 million in sales this quarter. This is a 19.57 percent increase over sales of $649.00 million the same period last year.

IESC

IES Hldgs Q4 Adj EPS $2.79 Up From $1.74 YoY, Sales $776.00M Up From $649.00M YoY

B of A Securities maintains Gap (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GAP#NYSE">GAP</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $25 to $28.

B of A Securities Maintains Neutral on Gap, Raises Price Target to $28

Leerink Partners analyst David Risinger upgrades AbbVie (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABBV#NYSE">ABBV</a>) from Market Perform to Outperform and announces $206 price target.

ABBV

Leerink Partners Upgrades AbbVie to Outperform, Announces $206 Price Target

B of A Securities analyst Tyler DuPont initiates coverage on Kyndryl Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KD#NYSE">KD</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $40.

Initiation

B of A Securities Initiates Coverage On Kyndryl Hldgs with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $40

INTU

Intuit shares are trading lower after the company reported Q2 financial results. The company issued Q2 adjusted EPS and revenue guidance below analyst estimates.

B of A Securities analyst Tyler DuPont initiates coverage on Endava (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAVA#NYSE">DAVA</a>) with a Neutral rating and announces Price Target of $29.

DAVA

B of A Securities Initiates Coverage On Endava with Neutral Rating, Announces Price Target of $29

ESML: Proving That Ethics Is Not A Drag In Small Caps

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iShares ESG Advanced MSCI USA ETF declares quarterly distribution of $0.1336

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Sustainable investing is reshaping the financial landscape, offering a way to invest in both the planet's future and strong returns. ETFs such as Vanguard ESG (ESGV), Nuveen ESG (NULG), and iShares ESG USA (USXF) provide an easy route to build a portfolio that supports ethical, sustainable businesses with solid growth potential. Continue to read… The world of investing is undergoing significant transformation as more individuals recognize the importance of their financial decisions in shaping the planet's future. One of the most accessible ways for investors to embrace sustainability is through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria.
To that end, ETFs such as Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ESGV/">ESGV</a>), Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NULG/">NULG</a>), and iShares ESG Advanced MSCI USA ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/USXF/">USXF</a>) could allow investors to access diversified portfolios of companies that prioritize ESG factors.
The landscape of <a href="https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/sustainable-investing">sustainable investing</a> continues to evolve, with companies and investors increasingly <a href="https://am.jpmorgan.com/de/en/asset-management/institutional/investment-strategies/sustainable-investing/sustainable-investing-trends-and-insights-2024/">focused on decarbonization efforts</a> and reducing environmental risks. As J.P. Morgan Asset Management points out, new policies and strategies to mitigate climate risks are broadening the scope of sustainable investing.
Bloomberg Intelligence reports that global ESG assets are expected to <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/company/press/global-esg-assets-predicted-to-hit-40-trillion-by-2030-despite-challenging-environment-forecasts-bloomberg-intelligence/">exceed $40 trillion</a> by 2030, accounting for over 25% of the total assets under management (AUM). This growth highlights the rising importance of ESG considerations within the investment community.
In parallel, according to a report by Grand View Research, the global ESG investing market is projected to grow significantly in the coming years. With a market size expected to reach $28.36 trillion in 2024 and <a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/esg-investing-market-report">a CAGR of 18.8%</a>, ESG investments are on track to exceed $79.71 trillion by 2030.
So, let us dive into the fundamentals of three sustainable investing ETFs that offer a greener future, starting with #3.
ETF#3: Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ESGV/">ESGV</a>)
Launched and managed by The Vanguard Group, Inc, ESGV is focused on investing in stocks of companies that are deemed socially conscious in their business dealings and directly promote environmental responsibility. The fund seeks to track the performance of the FTSE US All Cap Choice Index.
With $9.94 billion in assets under management (AUM), ESGV's top holdings include NVIDIA Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NVDA/">NVDA</a>) with a 7.07% weighting, followed by Apple Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AAPL/">AAPL</a>) at 7.02% weighting and Microsoft Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MSFT/">MSFT</a>) at 6.61%. The ETF has a total of 1386 holdings, with its top 10 assets comprising 36% of its AUM.
ESGV has an <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/expenseratio.asp">expense ratio</a> of 0.09%, lower than the category average of 0.36%. Its net inflows came in at $403.91 million over the past six months and $776.05 million over the past year.
In addition, ESGV pays an annual dividend of $1.13, which translates to a 1.06% yield at the current price level. Moreover, the fund's dividend payouts have grown at a CAGR of 13.2% over the past five years.
ESGV has gained 15.6% over the past six months and 37.1% over the past year to close the last trading session at $106.49. The fund's NAV was <a href="https://investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/etfs/profile/esgv">$106.45 as of November 12, 2024</a>.
ESGV's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its strong prospects. The fund has an overall rating of A, translating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
ESGV has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. It is ranked #23 out of 280 ETFs in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/large-cap-blend-etfs/">Large Cap Blend ETFs</a> group.
To access all ESGV's POWR Ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ESGV/">click here</a>.
ETF#2: Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NULG/">NULG</a>)
Launched and managed by Nuveen Fund Advisors, LLC and co-managed by Teachers Advisors, LLC, NULG invests in growth stocks of large-cap companies. The ETF seeks to track the performance of the Nuveen ESG USA Large-Cap Growth Index by using a full replication technique.
With an AUM of $1.58 billion, NULG's top holdings include NVDA with a 14.49% weighting, followed by MSFT at 12.04%, and Alphabet Inc. Class A (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>) at 4.48%. The ETF has a total of 60 holdings, with its top 10 assets comprising 53.19% of its AUM.
NULG's expense ratio is 0.26%, lower than the category average of 0.36%. Its net inflows came in at $28.34 million over the past six months and $25.46 million over the past year.
NULG pays an annual dividend of $0.30, which translates to a 0.33% yield at the current price level. The fund's dividend payouts have increased at a CAGR of 4.4% over the past three years.
NULG has surged 18.5% over the past six months and 42.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $89.37. The fund has a NAV of <a href="https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/exchange-traded-funds/nulg-nuveen-esg-large-cap-growth-etf">$89.40 as of November 12, 2024</a>.
NULG's POWR Ratings reflect its robust prospects. The fund has an overall rating of A, which translates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. NULG is ranked #21 out of 61 ETFs in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/large-cap-growth-etfs/">Large Cap Growth ETFs</a> group.
To check all the POWR Ratings for NULG, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NULG/">click here</a>.
ETF#1: iShares ESG Advanced MSCI USA ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/USXF/">USXF</a>)
Launched by BlackRock, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BLK/">BLK</a>) and managed by BlackRock Fund Advisors, USXF focuses on public equities, specifically investing in companies with strong social and environmental responsibility. It aims to replicate the performance of the MSCI USA Choice ESG Screened Index using a representative sampling approach.
With $1.26 billion in AUM, USXF's top holdings are NVDA with a 17.04% weighting, followed by Broadcom Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AVGO/">AVGO</a>) with a 3.78% weighting, and Visa Inc. Class A (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/V/">V</a>) with a 2.30% weighting.
USXF has a total of 349 holdings, with its top 10 assets comprising 32.16% of its AUM. The fund has an expense ratio of 0.10%, lower than the category average of 0.36%. Its net inflows came in at $96.8 million over the past six months and $181.41 million over the past year.
USXF pays an annual dividend of $0.50, which translates to a 0.95% yield at the current price level. Its dividend payouts have grown at a CAGR of 16.5% over the past three years.
The ETF has gained 15.5% over the past three months and 44.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $52.14. The fund's NAV was <a href="https://www.ishares.com/us/products/314365/ishares-esg-advanced-msci-usa-etf">$52.11 as of November 12, 2024</a>.
USXF's POWR Ratings reflect its strong fundamentals. The fund has an overall rating of A, equating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
USXF has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. In the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/all-cap-equities-etfs/">All Cap Equities ETFs</a> group, it is ranked #15 out of 169 ETFs.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/USXF/">Click here</a> to see all of USXF's POWR Ratings.
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ESGV shares were unchanged in premarket trading Wednesday. Year-to-date, ESGV has gained 26.24%, versus a 26.77% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
<hr><div style="clear:both;"></div> <h2>About the Author: Aanchal Sugandh</h2> <img src='https:/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Aanchal-Sugandh_Headshot.jpg' style="float:left; padding:5px;width:125px;">Aanchal's passion for financial markets drives her work as an investment analyst and journalist. She earned her bachelor's degree in finance and is pursuing the CFA program.

She is proficient at assessing the long-term prospects of stocks with her fundamental analysis skills. Her goal is to help investors build portfolios with sustainable returns.<a href="https://stocknews.com/authors/?author=aanchal-sugandh">More...</a>The post <a href=https://stocknews.com/news/esgv-nulg-usxf-3-sustainable-investing-etfs-that-support-a-greener-future/>3 Sustainable Investing ETFs That Support a Greener Future</a> appeared first on <a href=https://stocknews.com/>StockNews.com</a>

3 Sustainable Investing ETFs That Support a Greener Future

Sustainable investing is reshaping the financial landscape, offering a way to invest in both the planet's future and strong returns. ETFs such as Vanguard ESG (ESGV), Nuveen ESG (NULG), and iShares ESG USA (USXF) provide an easy route to build a portfolio that supports ethical, sustainable businesses with solid growth potential. Continue to read… The world of investing is undergoing significant transformation as more individuals recognize the importance of their financial decisions in shaping the planet's future. One of the most accessible ways for investors to embrace sustainability is through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria.
To that end, ETFs such as Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ESGV/">ESGV</a>), Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NULG/">NULG</a>), and iShares ESG Advanced MSCI USA ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/USXF/">USXF</a>) could allow investors to access diversified portfolios of companies that prioritize ESG factors.
The landscape of <a href="https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/sustainable-investing">sustainable investing</a> continues to evolve, with companies and investors increasingly <a href="https://am.jpmorgan.com/de/en/asset-management/institutional/investment-strategies/sustainable-investing/sustainable-investing-trends-and-insights-2024/">focused on decarbonization efforts</a> and reducing environmental risks. As J.P. Morgan Asset Management points out, new policies and strategies to mitigate climate risks are broadening the scope of sustainable investing.
Bloomberg Intelligence reports that global ESG assets are expected to <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/company/press/global-esg-assets-predicted-to-hit-40-trillion-by-2030-despite-challenging-environment-forecasts-bloomberg-intelligence/">exceed $40 trillion</a> by 2030, accounting for over 25% of the total assets under management (AUM). This growth highlights the rising importance of ESG considerations within the investment community.
In parallel, according to a report by Grand View Research, the global ESG investing market is projected to grow significantly in the coming years. With a market size expected to reach $28.36 trillion in 2024 and <a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/esg-investing-market-report">a CAGR of 18.8%</a>, ESG investments are on track to exceed $79.71 trillion by 2030.
So, let us dive into the fundamentals of three sustainable investing ETFs that offer a greener future, starting with #3.
ETF #3: Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ESGV/">ESGV</a>)
Launched and managed by The Vanguard Group, Inc, ESGV is focused on investing in stocks of companies that are deemed socially conscious in their business dealings and directly promote environmental responsibility. The fund seeks to track the performance of the FTSE US All Cap Choice Index.
With $9.94 billion in assets under management (AUM), ESGV's top holdings include NVIDIA Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NVDA/">NVDA</a>) with a 7.07% weighting, followed by Apple Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AAPL/">AAPL</a>) at 7.02% weighting and Microsoft Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MSFT/">MSFT</a>) at 6.61%. The ETF has a total of 1386 holdings, with its top 10 assets comprising 36% of its AUM.
ESGV has an <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/expenseratio.asp">expense ratio</a> of 0.09%, lower than the category average of 0.36%. Its net inflows came in at $403.91 million over the past six months and $776.05 million over the past year.
In addition, ESGV pays an annual dividend of $1.13, which translates to a 1.06% yield at the current price level. Moreover, the fund's dividend payouts have grown at a CAGR of 13.2% over the past five years.
ESGV has gained 15.6% over the past six months and 37.1% over the past year to close the last trading session at $106.49. The fund's NAV was <a href="https://investor.vanguard.com/investment-products/etfs/profile/esgv">$106.45 as of November 12, 2024</a>.
ESGV's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its strong prospects. The fund has an overall rating of A, translating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
ESGV has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. It is ranked #23 out of 280 ETFs in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/large-cap-blend-etfs/">Large Cap Blend ETFs</a> group.
To access all ESGV's POWR Ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ESGV/">click here</a>.
ETF #2: Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NULG/">NULG</a>)
Launched and managed by Nuveen Fund Advisors, LLC and co-managed by Teachers Advisors, LLC, NULG invests in growth stocks of large-cap companies. The ETF seeks to track the performance of the Nuveen ESG USA Large-Cap Growth Index by using a full replication technique.
With an AUM of $1.58 billion, NULG's top holdings include NVDA with a 14.49% weighting, followed by MSFT at 12.04%, and Alphabet Inc. Class A (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GOOGL/">GOOGL</a>) at 4.48%. The ETF has a total of 60 holdings, with its top 10 assets comprising 53.19% of its AUM.
NULG's expense ratio is 0.26%, lower than the category average of 0.36%. Its net inflows came in at $28.34 million over the past six months and $25.46 million over the past year.
NULG pays an annual dividend of $0.30, which translates to a 0.33% yield at the current price level. The fund's dividend payouts have increased at a CAGR of 4.4% over the past three years.
NULG has surged 18.5% over the past six months and 42.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $89.37. The fund has a NAV of <a href="https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/exchange-traded-funds/nulg-nuveen-esg-large-cap-growth-etf">$89.40 as of November 12, 2024</a>.
NULG's POWR Ratings reflect its robust prospects. The fund has an overall rating of A, which translates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. NULG is ranked #21 out of 61 ETFs in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/large-cap-growth-etfs/">Large Cap Growth ETFs</a> group.
To check all the POWR Ratings for NULG, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NULG/">click here</a>.
ETF #1: iShares ESG Advanced MSCI USA ETF (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/USXF/">USXF</a>)
Launched by BlackRock, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BLK/">BLK</a>) and managed by BlackRock Fund Advisors, USXF focuses on public equities, specifically investing in companies with strong social and environmental responsibility. It aims to replicate the performance of the MSCI USA Choice ESG Screened Index using a representative sampling approach.
With $1.26 billion in AUM, USXF's top holdings are NVDA with a 17.04% weighting, followed by Broadcom Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AVGO/">AVGO</a>) with a 3.78% weighting, and Visa Inc. Class A (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/V/">V</a>) with a 2.30% weighting.
USXF has a total of 349 holdings, with its top 10 assets comprising 32.16% of its AUM. The fund has an expense ratio of 0.10%, lower than the category average of 0.36%. Its net inflows came in at $96.8 million over the past six months and $181.41 million over the past year.
USXF pays an annual dividend of $0.50, which translates to a 0.95% yield at the current price level. Its dividend payouts have grown at a CAGR of 16.5% over the past three years.
The ETF has gained 15.5% over the past three months and 44.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $52.14. The fund's NAV was <a href="https://www.ishares.com/us/products/314365/ishares-esg-advanced-msci-usa-etf">$52.11 as of November 12, 2024</a>.
USXF's POWR Ratings reflect its strong fundamentals. The fund has an overall rating of A, equating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
USXF has an A grade for Buy &amp; Hold and Trade. In the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/all-cap-equities-etfs/">All Cap Equities ETFs</a> group, it is ranked #15 out of 169 ETFs.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/USXF/">Click here</a> to see all of USXF's POWR Ratings.
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ESGV shares were unchanged in premarket trading Wednesday. Year-to-date, ESGV has gained 26.24%, versus a 26.77% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
<hr><div style="clear:both;"></div> <h2>About the Author: Aanchal Sugandh</h2> <img src='https:/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Aanchal-Sugandh_Headshot.jpg' style="float:left; padding:5px;width:125px;">Aanchal's passion for financial markets drives her work as an investment analyst and journalist. She earned her bachelor's degree in finance and is pursuing the CFA program.

She is proficient at assessing the long-term prospects of stocks with her fundamental analysis skills. Her goal is to help investors build portfolios with sustainable returns.<a href="https://stocknews.com/authors/?author=aanchal-sugandh">More...</a>The post <a href=https://stocknews.com/news/esgv-nulg-usxf-3-sustainable-investing-etfs-that-support-a-greener-future/>3 Sustainable Investing ETFs That Support a Greener Future</a> appeared first on <a href=https://stocknews.com/>StockNews.com</a>

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