Lee Clements
Director, Applied SI Research
Jared Butters
Specialist, SI Product Management
The FTSE Environmental Opportunities All Share Index (EOAS) allows investors to gain exposure to the green economy. This report examines the history, methodology, performance and characteristics of the index.
Key takeaways:
- The green economy is a large and growing investment theme for investors
- The FTSE Environmental Markets Index Series is an effective way for investors to access the green economy, with a long history, strong long term performance and a broad index family
- The FTSE Environmental Markets indices cover a broad range of green economy themes, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, water, biodiversity, climate adaptation and efficiency technology. This has been key to the strong long term performance despite underlying volatility
Points of differentiation:
- Linking green economy opportunity to index product
- Highlights key characteristics including long history
- Examines long term performance, volatility and how this compares to competing green economy focused products
What does our research mean for investors?
It highlights the effective way FTSE Environmental Markets can be used to invest in the green economy, it’s history, methodology and range. It examines how it has delivered consistent return, despite volatility and the key characteristics of the index.
