iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF

Q: How does iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF score in an ethics audit?

iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF (ESGD) received a "Mixed" ethics rating from Mashinii. We audited 16 of the fund's top 25 holdings across 11 ethical dimensions using court filings, investigative reports, and NGO data.

Q: How many companies in ESGD have ethical issues?

We audited 16 of 25 top holdings. Create a free account to see individual company scores and ratings.

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Is iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF Ethical?

Ethics Rating

Mixed.

Score: -3.8

This fund seeks to invest in international companies that demonstrate positive environmental and social characteristics. The portfolio is diversified across sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, and industrial manufacturing. Holdings often show a commitment to improving global health outcomes and developing more sustainable products. However, several companies face significant ethical challenges, particularly around data privacy and financial ties to the defense industry. Many holdings have also been investigated for anti-competitive practices and corruption. Labor issues, including gender pay discrimination lawsuits and worker safety concerns, are another recurring theme.

Mandate Alignment

How well does this fund deliver on what it claims?

-3.8

Planet-Friendly Business-3.4

Honest & Fair Business-6.3

No War, No Weapons-9.7

Fair Pay & Worker Respect-6.5

Better Health for All9.4

Safe & Smart Tech-13.5

Kind to Animals-7.0

Respect for Cultures & Communities-1.0

Fair Money & Economic Opportunity0.7

Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing-6.9

Zero Waste & Sustainable Products2.0

Top Holdings

CompanyWeightScoreRating

ASML Holding N.V.ASML.US2.82%0.0Mixed

Novartis AGNOT.XETRA1.68%-5.0Mixed

HSBC Holdings plcHSBA.LSE1.34%-12.0Mixed

Siemens AktiengesellschaftSIE.XETRA1.18%-4.0Mixed

AstraZeneca PLCZEG.XETRA1.16%-1.0Mixed

Nestlé S.A.NESR.XETRA1.13%-12.0Mixed

SAP SESAP.US1.11%-2.0Mixed

ABB LtdABJ.XETRA1.02%-9.0Mixed

Roche Holding AGRHO.XETRA0.99%-3.0Mixed

Schneider Electric S.E.SND.XETRA0.96%1.0Mixed

Iberdrola, S.A.IBE1.XETRA0.86%5.0Mixed

Banco Santander, S.A.BSD2.XETRA0.84%-9.0Mixed

Allianz SEALV.XETRA0.80%11.0Mixed

Unilever PLCUNVB.XETRA0.77%-10.0Mixed

Zurich Insurance Group AGZFIN.XETRA0.72%-7.0Mixed

LVMH Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitton, Société EuropéenneMOH.XETRA0.70%-13.0Mixed

Common Questions

How does iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF score in an ethics audit?

iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF received a “Mixed” ethics rating from Mashinii. We audited 16 of the fund's top 25 holdings across 11 ethical dimensions using court filings, investigative reports, and NGO data.

What are the most controversial companies in ESGD?

Among the holdings we audited, LVMH Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitton, Société Européenne, HSBC Holdings plc, Nestlé S.A. scored lowest in our ethics assessment. These scores are based on court records, regulatory actions, and investigative journalism.

How many companies in ESGD have ethical issues?

We audited 16 of 25 top holdings across 11 dimensions. Sign up to see individual company scores and ratings.

How does Mashinii audit iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF?

We identify the fund's top holdings from public filings, then score each company across 11 ethical dimensions — including human rights, environmental damage, corruption, and labour practices. Our data comes from court records, investigative journalism, and NGO reports. Learn more about our methodology.

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