These reports present comparative research and analysis to answer three key questions:

• What are the key ESG risks and opportunities applicable to each sector?
• Do companies have risk management strategies commensurate with the ESG risks they face?
• Do companies have strategies to capture potential opportunities in the ESG space?

MSCI ESG Industry Reports complement conventional analysis of companies' financial performance, by providing an additional perspective based on sustainability factors. These IVA ratings provide information on a company’s positive or negative impact on the world, as well as the impact that ESG factors may have on the company’s financial performance.

The coverage universe for IVA is the MSCI World Index with over 1,800 companies rated and analyzed in 35 sectors. In addition, information on controversial activities (determined based on the UN's Global Compact) is also available and covers a universe of 3,000+ companies, including over 1,200 emerging-markets based companies. Basic revenue flow information on potentially screened activities, such as alcohol, tobacco or weapons production, is available on all listed equities worldwide.

To learn more about MSCI ESG Industry Reports and Analysis tools, contact ESG Client Service.