Solactive ISS ESG Developed Markets Paris-Aligned Benchmark USD Index NTR

The Solactive ISS ESG Developed Markets Paris-Aligned Benchmark USD Index NTR is part of the Solactive ISS ESG Paris-Aligned Benchmark Index Series, which aims to track various size and regional segments of the global stock market. The underlying assets are selected in such a manner that the resulting benchmark portfolio’s GHG emissions are aligned with the long-term global warming target of the Paris Climate Agreement, including only companies operating in accordance with market standards for responsible business conduct (Norms-Based Research) and controversial weapons. Those standards are based on established norms such as the United Nations Global Compact and the exclusion of significant involvement in defined sectors. In addition, certain activities are excluded from the index based on fixed revenue thresholds. The series operates in line with the regulations laid out for EU Paris-Aligned Benchmarks (EU PAB) in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/1818 of 17 July 2020 supplementing Regulation (EU) 2016/1011 of the European Parliament and European Council as regards the minimum standards for EU Climate Transition Benchmarks and EU Paris-aligned Benchmarks. It is calculated as an NTR version in USD.