Faith in Finance: Vatican Bank Launches Stock Indexes Based on Catholic Principles

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The Vatican Bank (IOR) has launched two new stock indexes on February 10, 2026, in partnership with Morningstar.
The indexes, Morningstar IOR US Catholic Principles Index and Morningstar IOR Eurozone Catholic Principles Index, include 50 mid- to large-cap companies each from the US and Eurozone markets.
Their purpose is to serve as a reference for Catholic investments worldwide, selecting companies aligned with Catholic moral and social teachings.
Selection criteria reportedly include defense of life, social responsibility, and environmental protection, reflecting both Catholic ethical criteria and responsible investment trends.
The launch occurs amid significant capital outflows from ESG-focused funds, suggesting investor interest in alternative responsible investment approaches.
This initiative marks a notable partnership between a religious institution and the global financial sector, building on previous Catholic values-based indexes since 2015.

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