GBND provides ‘true to label’ ethically screened exposure to Australian and Global Bonds. GBND aims to track the performance of an index (before fees and expenses) that comprises a portfolio of global and Australian bonds screened to exclude issuers (other than sovereign bond issuers) with material exposure to fossil fuels or engaged in activities deemed inconsistent with responsible investment considerations. At least 50% of GBND’s portfolio is made up of ‘green bonds’, issued specifically to finance environmentally friendly projects, as defined by the Climate Bonds Initiative.

GBND aims to track the Solactive Australian and Global Select Sustainability Leaders Bond TR Index – AUD Hedged (before fees and expenses). Bond issuers may include governments, corporations, and supranational bodies.

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Benefits

Align your investments with your values

Invest in a way that is consistent with your ethical standards.

True-to-label

GBND’s investment methodology consists of stringent screening criteria, offering investors a true-to-label ethical investment solution. At least half of GBND’s portfolio will be “green bonds.”

Diversified, high-quality bonds

Exposure to a diversified portfolio of both global and Australian bonds issued by a wide range of government and corporate issuers. All bonds in the portfolio must be rated at least investment-grade