Trackinsight is part of ETF One, the fully integrated ETF platform of Kepler Cheuvreux. Learn more →
Help us improve your experience. Please confirm your investor type:
Don’t Miss a Move in the ETF Market
Sign up and keep track of everything that moved the ETF industry this week. From new launches to regulatory shifts across the Atlantic.
Exploring the Green Bonds ETFs scenery in 2022
Climate saving investors add $140 million into Green Bonds ETFs so far in 2022.
By Rony Abboud
March 22, 2022
- ESG
- Thematic
- Fixed Income
Advertisement
Green bonds have witnessed some decent inflows this year, garnering over $140 million (net) from investors. These ESG investment products are fixed-income instruments used to fund projects that have a positive impact on the environment or climate benefits. This includes renewable energy, sustainable resource use, conservation, clean transportation and adaptation to climate change. By adding green bonds to a portfolio, an investor is funding projects that have a strong impact on net-zero ambition.
Most popular Green Bonds ETFs in America in 2022
Among the most popular green bonds funds, this year is the recently launched (January 2022) Wealthsimple North American Green Bond Index ETF (WSGB), which received $156 million since inception. The fund seeks to replicate the performance of the Solactive Green Bond USD CAD DM CAD hedged Index and invests primarily in investment-grade green, social, and sustainable bonds, with its foreign currency exposure, hedged back to the Canadian dollar. WSGB has a total expense ratio of 0.25% and trades on the NEO Exchange.
ETF Data Built for Precision
Trackinsight delivers reliable and comprehensive coverage on 13,000+ ETFs
Other green bonds ETFs available in America include iShares USD Green Bond ETF (BGRN), Horizons S&P Green Bond Index ETF (HGGB), and VanEck Vectors Green Bond ETF (GRNB).
Most popular Green Bonds ETFs in Europe in 2022
Europe has a large offering of green bond ETFs, and is home to popular products such as the Lyxor Green Bond (DR) UCITS ETF - Acc – EUR (CLIM, €375.13 million AUM), Lyxor Green Bond (DR) UCITS ETF - Monthly Hedged to EUR - Acc – EUR (KMLH, €168 million AUM), and Xtrackers EUR Corporate Green Bond UCITS ETF 1C - EUR (XGBE, €154 million AUM).
Among the trio, XGBE has been the most popular this year, receiving $22 million from investors. The fund seeks to track Bloomberg MSCI EUR Corporate and Agency Green Bond Index and invests in EUR-denominated corporate (85%) and agency (15%) investment grade green bonds. In terms of country exposure (as of January 31st, 2022), France has the highest allocation (30%), followed by the Netherlands (22%), Spain (9.17%), Germany (8%) and Italy (6%). The investments are spread across green bonds with different maturities, including 5-7 years (22%), 3-5 years (21%), 7-10 years (18%) and 1-3 years (12%).
XGBE has a total expense ratio of 0.25% and trades on the Deutsche Boerse Xetra (XGBE GY, EUR), the Borsa Italiana (XGBE IM, EUR) and the SIX Swiss Exchange (XGBE SW, CHF).
FIND AND COMPARE OVER 8,000 ETFS WITH OUR FREE TOOLS:
INTERESTED IN SEEING LISTS OF TOP-PERFORMING ETFS? CHECK OUT OUR NEW INVESTING GUIDES:
- Investing in Gold ETFs
- Investing in Silver ETFs
- Investing in Commodity ETFs
- Investing in Oil ETFs
- Investing in ESG ETFs
About Trackinsight
Since our founding in 2016, we have been at the forefront of the industry, delivering accessible, comprehensive, and reliable tools to support the evolving needs of investors.
Over the past decade, Trackinsight has expanded its operations across six countries, serving thousands of professional investors. We’ve consistently innovated to provide cutting-edge solutions that meet the changing demands of the ETF market.
In 2024, Kepler Cheuvreux, a leading independent European financial services firm, acquired a majority stake in Trackinsight, becoming the company's principal shareholder.
This strategic partnership solidifies Trackinsight's position as a premier provider of ETF selection and analysis tools, while strengthening Kepler Cheuvreux’s commitment to becoming a leading player in the ETF sector.
Together, we are committed to offering advanced services that empower professional investors, advisors, institutions, and issuers. This new step enables us to deliver even more comprehensive and innovative technological solutions, driving ETF investing to new heights.
More about TrackinsightETF TOOLS
PLATFORM
ETF NEWS & RESEARCH
Privacy policy | Cookie policy | | Terms of use | Imprint
