Thematic investing is a strategy that builds a portfolio—either in full or in part—around companies connected by a common theme expected to outperform the market over the long term. These themes can span broad societal trends, such as aging populations, or focus on niche areas like robotics and drones. Rather than zeroing in on individual stocks or traditional sectors, thematic investing seeks to harness enduring, transformative trends—structural shifts with the potential to reshape entire industries.
Investment Themes
Name
Subscription
Region
Description
Financial Exchanges & Data
Investor
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Companies operating trading platforms and providing market data, analytics, and technology that power global finance. Positioned to benefit from growing transaction volumes and the rising value of financial information.
Cloud Computing
Investor
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Businesses delivering cloud platforms, storage, SaaS, and related services that drive digital transformation. Poised for growth as demand for scalable, secure, and cost-efficient technology accelerates.
Digitalisation
Investor
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Companies enabling the shift to digital processes, services, and interactions across industries, driving efficiency and innovation.
Healthcare Innovation
Investor
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Firms developing breakthrough treatments, technologies, and services to improve health outcomes and transform care delivery.
Global Clean Energy
Investor
US Only
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Businesses advancing renewable energy generation, storage, and infrastructure for a low-carbon future.
Global Water
Trader
US Only
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Companies providing water treatment, infrastructure, and technologies that secure access to clean water worldwide.
Human Resources
Trader
US Only
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Firms offering staffing, recruitment, and workforce solutions to meet evolving global employment needs.
Artificial Population
Trader
US Only
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Businesses addressing declining birth rates through automation, robotics, and productivity-enhancing technologies.
Big Data
Trader
US Only
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Companies harnessing large-scale data analytics to drive decision-making, innovation, and operational efficiency.
Cybersecurity
Trader
US Only
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Firms providing solutions to protect data, networks, and systems from growing cyber threats.
Vechicles of the future
Professional
US Only
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Companies developing electric, autonomous, and next-generation transportation technologies.
Mobile Payment
Professional
US Only
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Businesses enabling secure, convenient, and fast payments via smartphones and connected devices.
Gaming
Professional
US Only
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Firms creating video games, e-sports platforms, and related entertainment experiences for global audiences.
Wind Energy
Professional
US Only
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Companies designing, producing, and operating wind power technology and infrastructure.
Future of Foods
Professional
US Only
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The plant-based food industry has garnered significant investor attention over the past year, with $3.1 billion in global investment directed toward alternative proteins in 2020. This represents a three-fold increase from 2019, and it could be just the beginning. The market is projected to reach a value of $74 billion by 2027. This theme will feature companies driving innovation in the food industry.
3D-Printing
Professional
US Only
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Firms developing additive manufacturing technologies for rapid, flexible, and cost-effective production.
Ageing Population
Professional
US Only
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Companies offering products and services tailored to the needs of older demographics.
Drones
Professional
US Only
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Businesses manufacturing and deploying unmanned aerial systems for commercial and industrial use.
Fintech
Professional
US Only
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Firms leveraging technology to disrupt and enhance financial services and products.
Founder-run
Professional
US Only
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Companies led by their original founders, often with strong vision and long-term strategic focus.
Future of Entertainment
Professional
US Only
US Only
Businesses shaping next-generation media, streaming, and immersive entertainment experiences.
Organic Food
Professional
US Only
US Only
Companies producing and distributing food grown and processed without synthetic chemicals.
Robotics
Professional
US Only
US Only
Firms designing and deploying robots to automate tasks across industries.
Tobacco, Alcohol & Gambling
Professional
US Only
US Only
Businesses operating in regulated lifestyle and leisure industries with strong consumer demand.