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FlexShares ESG & Climate US Large Cap Core Index Fund(FEUS)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FEUS
10/28/2026: FEUS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
FEUS provides targeted exposure to US large-cap equities specifically filtered for high ESG and climate standards. Managed by Northern Trust, the fund is a cost-effective option for investors seeking to align their portfolios with sustainable values while maintaining exposure to established large-cap companies. Its main strength lies in its disciplined, data-driven ESG methodology, though it faces liquidity challenges compared to larger industry competitors. Investors should be aware of the inherent market risks associated with large-cap stocks and the potential for tracking deviations compared to non-ESG benchmarks. It is an ideal fit for long-term, values-driven investors who prefer a passive, low-cost approach to sustainable investing.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The fund focuses on large-cap leaders which typically drive growth in a sustainable, long-term manner. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum investors may find the ESG-based constraints restrictive during rapid market rotations into non-ESG sectors. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The fund may exclude certain value-oriented sectors that do not meet strict climate or ESG thresholds. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | Income is secondary to the fund's primary focus on capital appreciation and ESG alignment. |
| Low-risk investor | Medium | Large-cap US stocks generally provide stability, though the fund remains fully exposed to broader market volatility. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Long-term investors who prioritize integrating environmental and social governance values into their core US equity holdings.
Suitability
Best suited for passive index followers who want sustainable core US exposure rather than active trading.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium | The fund is subject to the inherent price swings of the broad US large-cap equity market. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | As an equity fund, it is fully exposed to systemic market downturns. |
| Concentration | Medium | While diversified, the ESG screening process may cause it to deviate from standard market cap-weighted indices. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund has a competitive expense ratio and generally manages tracking error well. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Lower trading volume compared to market giants can lead to slippage for larger orders. |
| Business/sector quality | Low | The focus on ESG aims to improve the quality of holdings by selecting companies with better governance and sustainability practices. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
FEUS exhibits volatility consistent with the broader US large-cap market, though its ESG mandate may slightly alter sensitivity to specific industry shocks.
Market Risk
The primary risk is a general decline in US equity valuations, which would impact the fund regardless of its ESG screening.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market capitalization | US Large Cap Equities | 98.5 | This provides diversified exposure to large, established US companies that meet sustainability criteria. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 1.5 | Small cash holdings are maintained for liquidity purposes and to manage daily fund flows. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 35.83% | Avg. Invested days 66 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/28/2026 |
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