IEFA — iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF
iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (ticker: IEFA) is a equity ETF issued by BlackRock, Inc. tracking MSCI EAFE Investable Market Index. It was launched on 2012-10-18.
About IEFA
The iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (IEFA) is an equity fund that aims to track the investment results of the MSCI EAFE Investable Market Index. The fund provides exposure to a broad range of developed market equities, excluding North America, across various market capitalizations. IEFA offers investors a way to access developed international stock markets. With 2,660 holdings, including major companies like ASML Holding NV and AstraZeneca PLC, it provides diversified exposure to foreign large-cap equities.
- Tracks the MSCI EAFE Investable Market Index, focusing on developed markets outside North America.
- Holds 2,660 equity securities, providing broad international diversification.
- Top holdings include ASML Holding NV, AstraZeneca PLC, and HSBC Holdings PLC.
- Has an expense ratio of 0.07% and AUM of $184.96B.
- Suitable for investors seeking exposure to foreign large-cap equities within developed markets.
Returns (Total Return)
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1 Day | 0.63% |
| 1 Week | -1.51% |
| 1 Month | -1.17% |
| 3 Months | 4.67% |
| 6 Months | 7.96% |
| YTD | 7.49% |
| 1 Year | 17.35% |
| 3 Years | 53.57% |
| 5 Years | 42.51% |
| 10 Years | — |
| Since Inception | — |
Top Holdings
| # | Security | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NOVO NORDISK CLASS B | NOVO | 2.18% |
| 2 | ASML HOLDING NV | ASML | 2.18% |
| 3 | ASML HOLDING NV | ASML | 2.18% |
| 4 | ASML HOLDING NV | ASML | 2.18% |
| 5 | ASML HOLDING NV | ASML | 2.18% |
| 6 | ASML HOLDING NV | ASML | 2.18% |
| 7 | ASML HOLDING NV | ASML | 2.18% |
| 8 | ASML HOLDING NV | ASML | 2.18% |
| 9 | NOVO NORDISK CLASS B | NOVO | 2.18% |
| 10 | NOVO NORDISK CLASS B | NOVO | 2.17% |
Fund Profile
| Issuer | BlackRock, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Brand | iShares |
| Asset Class | equity |
| Strategy | Vanilla |
| Structure | ETF |
| Category | Foreign Large Cap Equities |
| Segment | Equity: Developed Markets Ex-North America - Total Market |
| Region | Developed Markets |
| Index Tracked | MSCI EAFE Investable Market Index |
| Inception Date | 2012-10-18 |
| Tax on Distributions | Qualified dividends |
Quick Facts
| Ticker | IEFA |
|---|---|
| Full Name | iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF |
| Issuer | BlackRock, Inc. |
| Asset Class | equity |
| Expense Ratio | 0.00% |
| AUM | $184.96B |
| Inception | 2012-10-18 |
| Index Tracked | MSCI EAFE Investable Market Index |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does IEFA track?
IEFA (iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF) tracks MSCI EAFE Investable Market Index, a equity benchmark.
What is the expense ratio of IEFA?
IEFA has an expense ratio of 0.00% per year.
What is the AUM of IEFA?
IEFA has approximately $184.96B in assets under management.
Does IEFA pay a dividend?
IEFA distributes income according to its prospectus (Qualified dividends tax treatment). Check the dividend history tab for ex-dividend dates and yield.
Who issues IEFA?
IEFA is issued by BlackRock, Inc. under the iShares brand, launched on 2012-10-18.
Open the interactive IEFA dashboard for charts, historical fund flows, holdings breakdown and seasonality patterns.