EWZ — iShares MSCI Brazil ETF
iShares MSCI Brazil ETF (ticker: EWZ) is a equity ETF issued by BlackRock, Inc. tracking MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index. It was launched on 2000-07-10.
About EWZ
The iShares MSCI Brazil ETF (EWZ) is an equity ETF that tracks the MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index. It offers exposure to the Brazilian equity market, with a portfolio of 53 holdings.
Investors might consider EWZ for exposure to a diversified basket of Brazilian companies, including significant allocations to financials, basic materials, and energy sectors. It provides a way to invest in the Brazilian economy through a single fund.
- Tracks the MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index.
- Holds 53 securities, focusing on the Brazilian equity market.
- Top holdings include CIA VALE DO RIO DOCE SH and NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A.
- Expense ratio is 0.59%.
- Total assets under management are $10.59 billion.
Returns (Total Return)
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1 Day | -3.19% |
| 1 Week | -4.07% |
| 1 Month | -12.15% |
| 3 Months | -5.92% |
| 6 Months | 1.29% |
| YTD | 9.03% |
| 1 Year | 27.94% |
| 3 Years | 32.28% |
| 5 Years | 21.71% |
| 10 Years | — |
| Since Inception | — |
Top Holdings
| # | Security | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
| 2 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
| 3 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
| 4 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
| 5 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
| 6 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
| 7 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
| 8 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
| 9 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
| 10 | NU HOLDINGS LTD CLASS A | NU | 12.87% |
Fund Profile
| Issuer | BlackRock, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Brand | iShares |
| Asset Class | equity |
| Strategy | Vanilla |
| Structure | ETF |
| Category | Size and Style |
| Segment | Equity: Brazil - Total Market |
| Region | Latin America |
| Index Tracked | MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index |
| Inception Date | 2000-07-10 |
Quick Facts
| Ticker | EWZ |
|---|---|
| Full Name | iShares MSCI Brazil ETF |
| Issuer | BlackRock, Inc. |
| Asset Class | equity |
| Expense Ratio | 0.01% |
| AUM | $10.15B |
| Inception | 2000-07-10 |
| Index Tracked | MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does EWZ track?
EWZ (iShares MSCI Brazil ETF) tracks MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index, a equity benchmark.
What is the expense ratio of EWZ?
EWZ has an expense ratio of 0.01% per year.
What is the AUM of EWZ?
EWZ has approximately $10.15B in assets under management.
Does EWZ pay a dividend?
EWZ distributes income according to its prospectus. Check the dividend history tab for ex-dividend dates and yield.
Who issues EWZ?
EWZ is issued by BlackRock, Inc. under the iShares brand, launched on 2000-07-10.
Open the interactive EWZ dashboard for charts, historical fund flows, holdings breakdown and seasonality patterns.