Nuveen ESG Small-Cap ETF (NUSC)

NuShares ESG Small-Cap ETF (NUSC) is an exchange-traded fund that seeks to provide investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the TIAA ESG USA Small-Cap Index. The index is designed to measure the performance of U.S. small-cap companies with superior environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings relative to their sector peers.

The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in the component securities of the index and in depositary receipts representing securities of the index. The TIAA ESG USA Small-Cap Index is a float-adjusted, market capitalization-weighted index, consisting of companies with market capitalizations generally between $300 million and $2.5 billion.

The ETF provides exposure to U.S. small-cap stocks that meet certain ESG criteria, such as companies that have low carbon emissions, high board diversity, and strong labor practices. It aims to provide investors with a way to align their investments with their values while also diversifying their portfolio.

The top three sectors represented in the fund are information technology, health care, and consumer discretionary.

Investing in NUSC may be appropriate for investors seeking exposure to small-cap U.S. companies with strong ESG ratings. However, as with any investment, it is important to consider one's own investment goals, risk tolerance, and financial situation before investing.