Global ex Controversial Weapons Indexes

The MSCI Global ex Controversial Weapons Indexes are designed for investors seeking to align their portfolios with international norms and treaties that prohibit the use of certain weapons. These indexes exclude companies involved in the production of controversial weapons, such as cluster bombs, landmines, depleted uranium weapons, chemical and biological weapons, blinding laser weapons, non-detectable fragments, and incendiary weapons (white phosphorus).

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Target Benefits
Seeking Alignment with International Norms

Transparent Methodology

Built as a transparent and rules-based methodology, using ESG research to screen for companies with direct or indirect involvement in controversial weapons.

Compatibility with Sustainability Strategies

Can serve as a core building block or combined with other sustainability and climate index methodologies.

Global Coverage

Provides global exposure while excluding targeted companies, ensuring broad investability and diversification across developed and emerging markets.

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MSCI Global ex Controversial Weapons Indexes

A list of Companies excluded in the MSCI ACWI IMI ex Controversial Weapons Index.

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Disclaimer: This process, including the list of excluded companies, is subject to change and may be updated in response to new regulatory developments or amendments to existing regulations.