Is Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF (NULG) a Strong ETF Right Now?

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Growth category of the market, the Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF (NULG) is a smart beta exchange traded fund launched on 12/13/2016.

Zacks Investment Research • May 29, 2026

Is the Factor Leadership Rotation Finally Here?

While momentum, growth, and high-beta strategies have served as the engines driving quarter-to-date returns for factor ETFs, a subtle shift under the hood suggests a potential factor rotation may be underway. Notably, the same sectors that have propelled the broad market higher this quarter encountered a sharp reversal over the past two trading sessions.

ETF Trends • May 19, 2026

NULG: Riskier Than Other ESG ETFs

Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF focuses on ESG criteria, with a 74-stock portfolio heavily weighted in technology. The NULG ETF has outperformed the S&P 500 Growth Index since 2016 but lagged behind it in the past 12 months. Compared to competitors, NULG has high volatility, deep drawdowns, and high fees.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 9, 2025

NULG: ESG-Focused But Tech Heavy

ESG investing focuses on environmental, social, and governance factors to positively impact society and improve investment portfolios. The Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF offers core exposure to U.S. large-cap growth stocks for investors who value ESG principles. The NULG ETF's portfolio consists of technology giants and major players in their respective sectors, with a focus on information technology and consumer discretionary sectors.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 3, 2024

NULG: Growth With ESG Is Better Than Growth

Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF implements an environmental, social, and corporate governance (“ESG”) approach focused on growth stocks. The strategy starts from a growth index and excludes companies with bad or unknown ESG ratings and controversies scores, as well as those involved in specific businesses. NULG has outperformed the S&P 500 Growth Index since inception and has done very well in 2023.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 14, 2024

NULG: A Case Where ESG Investing Is Working

The article compares the portfolios and performance of the Nuveen ESG Large-Cap Growth ETF to the SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 Growth ETF. ESG investing aims to influence positive changes in society and considers environmental, social, and corporate governance factors in investment decisions. Based on results since NULG started in late 2016, it's consistent outperformance over SPYG warrants a Buy rating for investors looking for Large-Cap US equity exposure.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 10, 2023

Is it Time for Growth ETFs as Fed Softens Hawkish Tone?

The Fed has hiked rates by 25 bps yesterday and adopted a softer tone on the future moves. This may boost growth ETFs in the coming days.

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 23, 2023

Is Nuveen ESG LargeCap Growth ETF (NULG) a Strong ETF Right Now?

Smart Beta ETF report for NULG

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 26, 2023

Nuveen Debuts Active, ESG ETFs

The issuer launched an active growth fund and an ESG fund with a dividend focus, in additon to cutting expense ratios on nine of its ETFs.

ETFcom • Sep 29, 2021

How to Use ESG Factors to Navigate the Recovery

With the global recovery peaking — and concerns about inflation, rising rates, and fuller valuations just getting started — how can advisors best implement ESG strategies to help their clients navigate today's challenging markets? In the upcoming webcast, How to Use ESG Factors to Navigate the Recovery, Jordan Farris, Managing Director, Head of ETF Product Development, Nuveen; [.

ETF Trends • Sep 14, 2021