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![Tech-oriented Thematic Indices through a Factor Lens](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/tech-thematic-indices-intro-900x350.jpg)
In this paper we analyzed four tech-oriented thematic indices’ performance and risk through a factor lens leveraging Axioma’s Worldwide Fundamental Factor Model, and also compared their characteristics to the broad market indices.
![Monthly Index News: July 2021](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/abstract-tech-Intro-Image-900x350.png)
Stocks rose for a sixth straight month during July, as ongoing optimism that the global economy and corporate profits are rebounding outweighed concerns about a reacceleration of the COVID-19 pandemic.
![Global Stocks Post Sixth Straight Monthly Gain in July amid Economic Optimism](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/July-2021-market-wrap-intro-900x350.jpg)
The STOXX® Global 1800 Index gains 1.6% in dollars in July as investors’ optimism about economic and earnings growth outweighs concerns that a new variant of the COVID-19 virus may slow down the recovery. Asian stocks fall as China tightens regulation over some industries.
![EURO STOXX 50 ESG: Exploring effect of new index methodology](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/EURO-STOXX-50-ESG-JULY-2021-intro-900x350.jpg)
Changes to the ESG index follow a market consultation and were undertaken to keep the methodology and index aligned with evolving sustainability practices and new guidelines from regulators. A Qontigo analysis shows the new rules didn’t significantly affect the country or industry allocation of the resulting portfolio.
![From Institutions to Sovereign Wealth Funds, Here’s Who Owns the DAX](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/DAXreform2020-intro-900x350.jpg)
An annual study by IHS Markit and the German Investor Relations Association reveals a diverse and global structure in DAX shares ownership. In a volatile 2020, US- and UK-based institutional investors increased their presence in the German benchmark’s stock universe, while domestic investors continued to pull out.
![Global Stocks Rise for Fifth Straight Month in June on Continued Economic Optimism](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/June-2021-market-wrap-intro-900x350.jpg)
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Global Stocks Rise for Fifth Straight Month in June on Continued Economic Optimism
The STOXX® Global 1800 Index gains 1.5% in dollars in June and jumps 4.6% in euros following a rally in the greenback. Investors turn to Momentum stocks during the month but snub high-dividend shares. Equity volatility continues its march lower.
![Monthly Index News: June 2021](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/oddsaregoodthatmarkets_intro_small-900x350.jpg)
Stocks rose for a fifth straight month during June, as ongoing optimism that the global economy is rebounding outweighed concerns about faster inflation and higher interest rates.
![Three Different Flavors for a Sustainable US Equity Portfolio](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Diana-USA-500-June-2021-intro-900x350.jpg)
The latest Qontigo whitepaper analyzes the risk, return and impact profile of three ESG indices tracking the STOXX® USA 500 benchmark: the STOXX® USA 500 ESG Broad Market, STOXX® USA 500 ESG Target and STOXX® USA 500 ESG Target TE. The study reveals that while performance and risk across the three ESG variants are similar to those of the parent benchmark, differences exist in the active risk and constitution of the portfolios.
![Three Different Flavors of Sustainable Investing in the US](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Three-Different-Flavors-of-Sustainable-Investing-in-the-US-900x350.jpg)
The STOXX® USA 500 ESG Broad Market, ESG Target, and ESG Target TE indices aim to provide alternatives for index investors and product issuers who are looking to switch to more sustainable versions of traditional benchmarks.
![Citi Exclusively Distributes Innovative Adjusted Returns Indices on Single Stocks](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Businesswire.png)
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Citi Exclusively Distributes Innovative Adjusted Returns Indices on Single Stocks
Citi has partnered with STOXX Qontigo to develop a series of single stock linked indices in an effort to generate a more efficient structured product universe for financial intermediaries and end investors.
![The Best Bang for Your Climate-Aware Buck (or Pound, Euro, Yen – You Name It)](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/buck-intro-900x350.jpg)
The race to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 is on, and many investors are adopting indices with a decarbonization path to achieve their climate objectives. Our latest whitepaper looks at Paris-aligned indices covering the US and Europe and seeks to answer the following questions: in which region can investors make the most impact, and how much risk are they taking in the process?
![The Best Bang for Your Climate-Aware Buck (Or Pound, Euro, Yen – You Name It)](https://stoxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/thebestbangforyourclimateawarebuck_wp_intro-900x350.jpg)
In this paper we attempt to answer the following questions: in which region can you make the most impact, and how much active risk is required to achieve your climate goals?