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HWSC ETF · HSBC MSCI World Small Cap Screened UCITS ETF
The HWSC Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by HSBC. It is built to track an index: MSCI World Small Cap Selection Screens Index. The HWSC ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 1,127 underlying holdings. The dividend policy is capitalization.
Last update 3/11/2026, 8:00 AM UTC
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This fund is part ofDeveloped Market Blended Cap1M perf.-3.27%
Last price
$24.36
1M perf.
-5.66%
1M flows
N/A
AuM
€125M
E/R
0.25%
Rating
ESG Consensus®
HWSC
$24.36
Performance & flows
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HWSC
$24.41
+1.51%
Developed Market Blended Cap
+0.19%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -5.66%  | +1.51%  | +23.18% | +44.17% | N/A | -5.75% | +2.54% | +2.54%  | |
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Main characteristics
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NAV
3/11/2026
$24.41
1D NAV change
-0.50%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Full replication
No. of holdings
1127
Inception date
10/20/2022
Jurisdiction
Ireland
Distribution
United Kingdom
Italy
Ireland
Netherlands
Portugal
Legal structure
Open-end Investment Company
Base currency
USD
Classification
Product type
Benchmark
MSCI World Small Cap Selection Screens Index
Asset class
Factors
N/A
Investment strategy
The Fund aims to track as closely as possible the returns of the MSCI World Small Cap Selection Screens Index (the Index), while integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) metrics. The Fund will invest in or gain exposure to shares of companies which make up the Index. The Fund qualifies under Article 8 of SFDR.
Tax optimisation
PEA
France
UK Reporting Status
United Kingdom
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Risk profile
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Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +1.51% | +23.18% | +44.17% | N/A |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
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7
PRIIPS
1
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7
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Countries
USA
56.39%
Japan
11.34%
United Kingdom
6.15%
Australia
5.11%
Canada
4.51%
Switzerland
2.05%
Sweden
1.68%
Bermuda
1.54%
Unavailable
0.14%
Other
11.08%
Sectors
Industrials
18.77%
Financials
14.79%
Information Technology
13.02%
Consumer Discretionary
11.12%
Health Care
10.13%
Materials
8.85%
Real Estate
8.02%
Consumer Staples
3.91%
Unavailable
3.99%
Other
7.39%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1127
Top 15 holdings
Data as of January 31, 2026
LUMENTUM HOLDINGS
TECHNIPFMC PLC
ROYAL GOLD
US FOODS HOLDING CORP
EXACT SCIENCES
NVENT ELECTRIC PLC
ATI INC
JONES LANG LASALLE
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XPO LOGISTICS
MICHAEL STORES
MKS INSTRUMENTS
MODERNA INC
ITT
WESCO INTL
PENUMBRA
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Integrates ESG criteria
Yes
SDG
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Data as of December 31, 2025
MethodologyOur partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about HWSC ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus®
ESG Consensus® is based on the Final Sustainability Grade, which itself consists of 10 grades. Our partner Conser calculates the exact grade, based on market intelligence, using their proprietary ESG Consensus® methodology.
HWSC’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either A+, A, or A-.
A+
A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
C
C-
D
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95.49% of holdings have positive scoring
4.52% of holdings have negative scoring
33.48%
53.34%
8.67%
Consensus levels
Strong
Medium
Weak
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Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of February 27, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
Replication information
Index
MSCI World Small Cap Selection Screens Index - USD
Index ticker
NU750120 Index
Index dividend policy
NTR
Replication method
Replication model
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HSBC
HSBC ID Card
Number of funds
114
Total AuM
€44.73B
Expense ratio range
0.05% - 0.65%
Average expense ratio
0.2076%
Top 5 funds by HSBC
| AuM | ||
|---|---|---|
HMWO | HSBC MSCI World UCITS ETF | €12.36B |
HSPD | HSBC S&P 500 UCITS ETF | €7.35B |
HMEF | HSBC MSCI Emerging Markets UCITS ETF | €3.36B |
HPRD | HSBC FTSE EPRA/NAREIT DEVELOPED UCITS ETF | €1.77B |
HMWA | HSBC MSCI World UCITS ETF | €1.54B |
Frequently asked questions about HWSC
What does HSBC MSCI World Small Cap Screened UCITS ETF, HWSC, invest in?
HWSC is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Other Small Cap Developed markets Equities.
Which benchmark or index does HWSC replicate?
HWSC tracks the MSCI World Small Cap Selection Screens Index - USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of HWSC?
HWSC carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.25%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was HWSC launched?
HWSC was introduced to the market on October 20, 2022. It trades on United Kingdom, among other exchanges
Who is the ETF issuer of HWSC?
HSBC MSCI World Small Cap Screened UCITS ETF, HWSC, is provided by HSBC. Learn more about HSBC here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of HWSC?
HWSC oversees €125M in assets as of March 11, 2026.
How has HWSC performed lately?
Based on data from March 11, 2026, HWSC returned -5.66% over the past month, 1.51% over the last three months and 2.54% year-to-date.
Does HWSC distribute dividends?
HWSC follows a capitalizing, meaning it reinvests income within the fund.
What are the main country or region exposures of HWSC?
As of January 31, 2026, HWSC has significant geographic allocations in USA, Japan and United Kingdom.
In which sector or theme does HWSC invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, HWSC focuses largely on Industrials, Financials and Information Technology.
How many securities does HWSC hold and how diversified is it?
As of January 31, 2026, HWSC holds 1127 positions in its portfolio, with 6.24% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in HWSC?
As of January 31, 2026, HWSC top three holdings include LUMENTUM HOLDINGS, TECHNIPFMC PLC and ROYAL GOLD.
What is the base currency of HWSC?
The base currency of HWSC is USD.
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