BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF Price & Performance (LCTD)

The price of carbon credits has reached unprecedented levels due to increased demand as global entities aim for net-zero emissions by 2050. With limited supply, prices in the European Union market have exceeded €80 per ton. This trend underscores the escalating importance of carbon offsets in achieving climate goals.1

Steward Partners Investment Advisory LLC has increased its holdings in BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readiness ETF by 11.3% in Q4, now owning 14,781 shares valued at $643,000. This move reflects growing investor interest in funds aligned with the low-carbon economy transition.2

The voluntary carbon markets, valued at $10.8 billion in 2023, are expected to grow 15-fold by 2030 to meet Paris Agreement goals. This expansion presents significant investment opportunities, particularly in green companies and carbon-focused ETFs, as the sector prepares for explosive growth.3