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iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (IEFA) Price, Holdings, & News

$73.89
+0.97 (+1.33%)
(As of 07/26/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$73.45
$74.00
50-Day Range
$72.27
$76.19
52-Week Range
$56.55
$70.84
Volume
3.69 million shs
Average Volume
N/A
Market Capitalization
$116.01 billion
Assets Under Management
$117.06 billion
Dividend Yield
3.14%
Net Expense Ratio
0.07%
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About iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (BATS:IEFA)

The iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (IEFA) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the MSCI EAFE IMI index, a market-cap-weighted index of developed-market stocks in Europe, Australasia and the Far East, and excludes North America IEFA was launched on Oct 18, 2012 and is managed by BlackRock.

IEFA Stock Price History

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Fund Details

Issuer
iShares
Fund Name
iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Inception Date
10/18/2012
Fund Manager
Jennifer Hsui, Greg Savage, Paul Whitehead
Web
N/A
Phone
N/A

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Equity
Benchmark
MSCI EAFE IMI Index
Category
Broad Equity
Focus
Strategy
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
Developed Markets
Number of Holdings
2773

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$117.06 billion
Average Daily Volume
$6.35 million
Discount/Premium
0.06%

Administrator, Advisor and Custodian

Administrator
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Advisor
BlackRock Fund Advisors
Custodian
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Distributor
BlackRock Investments, LLC
Transfer Agent
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Trustee
N/A
Lead Market Maker
Jane Street

Options

Optionable
Optionable
Options Volume
143
Put Options
4
Call Options
139

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
1,570,000,000
Beta
0.82
Creation Unit
200,000
Creation Fee
$15,000.00
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iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF Expenses

TypeIEFAStrategy ETFsEquity ETFsBATS ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.07%0.46%0.54%0.56%0.51%
Other Expenses0.00%0.39%0.50%0.49%0.54%
Total Expense0.07%0.62%0.70%0.69%0.71%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.42%-0.54%-0.37%-0.59%
Net Expense0.07%0.52%0.60%0.64%0.58%

iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (IEFA) Holdings & Exposure

Top 10 IEFA Holdings

  • Novo Nordisk A/S Class B
    Holding Weight: 2.32%
  • ASML Holding NV
    Holding Weight: 2.16%
  • Nestle SA
    Holding Weight: 1.38%
  • AstraZeneca PLC
    Holding Weight: 1.22%
  • Shell PLC
    Holding Weight: 1.17%
  • Toyota Motor Corp
    Holding Weight: 1.10%
  • Novartis AG Registered Shares
    Holding Weight: 1.09%
  • SAP SE
    Holding Weight: 1.07%
  • Lvmh Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE
    Holding Weight: 1.06%
  • Roche Holding AG
    Holding Weight: 1.02%

IEFA Sector Exposure

IEFA Industry Exposure

Should I Buy iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF Stock? IEFA Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF:

  • The iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (IEFA) tracks the MSCI EAFE IMI index, providing exposure to a broad range of developed-market stocks in Europe, Australasia, and the Far East, excluding North America.
  • IEFA is managed by BlackRock, a reputable and experienced asset management firm known for its expertise in creating and managing ETFs.
  • Recent market performance of the MSCI EAFE IMI index has shown consistent growth, indicating potential for positive returns for IEFA investors.
  • IEFA offers diversification benefits by investing in a basket of international stocks, reducing single-country risk for investors.
  • Investors can access IEFA at a relatively low expense ratio compared to actively managed funds, potentially leading to cost savings over the long term.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF for these reasons:

  • Market volatility in international markets can impact the performance of IEFA, leading to fluctuations in returns for investors.
  • Currency exchange rate fluctuations may affect the value of international holdings within IEFA, introducing additional risk for investors.
  • Investors should consider the current stock price of IEFA and evaluate whether it aligns with their investment objectives and risk tolerance.
  • Political and economic events in the regions covered by the MSCI EAFE IMI index can impact the performance of IEFA, requiring investors to stay informed and monitor developments closely.
  • Investors should assess their overall portfolio allocation and investment goals to determine if IEFA fits within their broader investment strategy and risk profile.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, July 22, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

IEFA ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have IEFA shares performed this year?

iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF's stock was trading at $70.35 at the beginning of the year. Since then, IEFA stock has increased by 5.0% and is now trading at $73.89.
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Who are iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF's major shareholders?

iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF's top institutional shareholders include Raymond James & Associates (1.89%), Bank of New York Mellon Corp (1.66%), Envestnet Portfolio Solutions Inc. (0.83%) and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. (0.45%).

How do I buy shares of iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF?

Shares of IEFA stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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What other stocks do shareholders of iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF investors own include Home Depot (HD), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), AT&T (T), Walt Disney (DIS), iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (IEMG), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) and Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK).

This page (BATS:IEFA) was last updated on 7/26/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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