BNP Paribas Easy MSCI World SRI S-Series PAB 5% Capped UCITS ETF

Issuer: BNP Paribas Asset Management

Asset Class: Equity

TER: 20

Trading Currency: GBP

Pays Income: False

Listing Date: 05 Feb 2026

Ticker: WSGB

ISIN: LU1615092217

This investment product offers exposure to a diversified basket of large and mid-capitalisation companies from developed countries around the world, specifically designed for those who wish to align their investments with strong sustainability values. The strategy is built upon a Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) framework, which employs a 'best-in-class' approach. It systematically selects companies that demonstrate leading Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance relative to their sector peers. Concurrently, it applies stringent exclusionary screens, removing companies with significant business involvement in controversial areas such as weapons, tobacco, thermal coal, and others that do not meet certain ethical standards.

A key feature of this strategy is its explicit alignment with climate objectives, as indicated by its Paris-Aligned Benchmark (PAB) designation. This means the underlying portfolio is constructed not only to meet ESG criteria but also to be compatible with the long-term goals of the Paris Agreement on climate change. The methodology aims for a substantial and immediate reduction in carbon intensity compared to a standard global benchmark and follows a clear decarbonisation trajectory year-on-year. This forward-looking approach ensures the portfolio is positioned to navigate the transition to a low-carbon global economy by favouring companies that are either less carbon-intensive or are actively contributing to climate solutions.

This instrument is therefore suitable for investors seeking a core holding for long-term capital growth through global equities, but with the dual mandate of responsible ownership and tangible climate action. By integrating comprehensive SRI filters with rigorous PAB climate metrics, it provides a solution for building a portfolio that reflects both a commitment to corporate sustainability and a proactive stance on addressing climate-related financial risks.