(ESGU) iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA - Ratings and Ratios

The iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (ESGU) is designed to track the performance of U.S. companies with strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) characteristics. The fund invests at least 90% of its assets in the component securities of its underlying index, which is optimized to reflect the equity performance of ESG-focused companies while maintaining risk and return profiles similar to the broader MSCI USA Index. Up to 10% of its assets may be allocated to derivatives, cash, and cash equivalents for hedging or liquidity purposes.

ESGU provides exposure to large-cap U.S. equities with a focus on ESG factors. The underlying index uses a rules-based methodology to select and weight companies based on their ESG performance relative to their sector peers. This approach aims to balance ESG considerations with market-like returns, making it a popular choice for investors seeking to align their portfolios with sustainable practices without deviating significantly from traditional market exposure.

As of the latest data, ESGU has an average daily trading volume of 550,550 shares, with a last price of $114.73. Its short-term moving averages (SMA 20: $117.33) and medium-term averages (SMA 50: $123.30, SMA 200: $125.16) indicate potential resistance levels. The Average True Range (ATR) of 3.46 suggests moderate volatility, while its assets under management (AUM) of $11.86 billion highlight its liquidity and investor demand.