Betashares Lists Two Catholic Values ETFs on the ASX

Betashares has listed two Catholic values-focused ETFs on the ASX: the Australian Shares Catholic Values ETF (AECV) and Global Shares Catholic Values ETF (GECV). AECV invests in Australian equities, while GECV provides unhedged exposure to global shares excluding Australia. Both apply exclusionary screens informed by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ socially responsible investment guidelines, restricting exposure to activities including abortion, contraception, weapons, pornography, gambling and tobacco. Betashares said the funds are designed specifically around Catholic values rather than broad ESG criteria. Previously offered in unlisted form, the strategies were converted into ETFs with lower management fees and updated objectives to expand investor access.