About FlexShares ESG & Climate Develo (FEDM)

The FlexShares ESG & Climate Development Index Fund (FEDM) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that aims to provide investors with exposure to companies that demonstrate strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices while also focusing on climate change mitigation and adaptation. The fund seeks to track the performance of the Northern Trust ESG & Climate Development Index, which is designed to capture the performance of companies that are leaders in ESG and climate-related practices across various industries. The index uses a rules-based methodology that incorporates ESG and climate-related factors, including carbon emissions, energy efficiency, water management, and waste management.

FEDM's investment strategy is guided by the belief that companies with strong ESG practices and a focus on climate change are better positioned for long-term success. The fund aims to provide investors with an opportunity to align their investments with their values and make a positive impact on the environment and society. FEDM's portfolio consists of companies from a wide range of industries, including technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and renewable energy. The fund's holdings are weighted based on their ESG and climate-related scores, with companies that score higher in these areas receiving a higher weight in the portfolio.