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iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA) Price, Holdings, & News

$79.69
-0.40 (-0.50%)
(As of 07/8/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$79.65
$80.22
50-Day Range
$77.08
$82.16
52-Week Range
$65.68
$82.16
Volume
5.97 million shs
Average Volume
12.47 million shs
Market Capitalization
$54.22 billion
Assets Under Management
$54.48 billion
Dividend Yield
2.91%
Net Expense Ratio
0.33%
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About iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (NYSEARCA:EFA)

iShares MSCI EAFE ETF, formerly iShares MSCI EAFE Index Fund (the Fund), is an exchange-traded fund. The Fund’s investment objective is to seek investment results that correspond to the price and yield performance of its underlying index, MSCI EAFE Index (the Index). The Index has been developed by MSCI Inc. as an equity benchmark for its international stock performance. The Index includes stocks from Europe, Australasia and the Far East. The Fund invests in a representative sample of securities included in the Index that collectively has an investment profile similar to the Index. Due to the use of representative sampling, the Fund may or may not hold all of the securities that are included in the Index. The Fund's investment advisor is BlackRock Fund Advisors.

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Fund Details

Issuer
iShares
Fund Name
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Current Symbol
NYSEARCA:EFA
Inception Date
8/14/2001
Fund Manager
Diane Hsiung, Jennifer Hsui, Greg Savage, Alan Mason

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Equity
Benchmark
MSCI EAFE Index
Category
Broad Equity
Focus
Size and Style
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
Developed Markets
Number of Holdings
768

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$54.48 billion
Average Daily Volume
$13.32 million
Discount/Premium
0.02%

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
46,117
Put Options
23,502
Call Options
22,615
Short Interest
56,500,000 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
0.88
Creation Unit
600,000
Creation Fee
$15,000.00
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iShares MSCI EAFE ETF Expenses

TypeEFASize and Style ETFsEquity ETFsNYSEARCA ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.32%0.47%0.54%0.51%0.51%
Other Expenses0.01%0.62%0.50%0.59%0.54%
Total Expense0.33%0.64%0.70%0.74%0.71%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.74%-0.55%-0.69%-0.59%
Net Expense0.33%0.49%0.60%0.58%0.59%

iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA) Holdings & Exposure

Top 10 EFA Holdings

  • NOVO NORDISK CLASS B
    Holding Weight: 2.71%
  • ASML HOLDING NV
    Holding Weight: 2.53%
  • NESTLE SA
    Holding Weight: 1.63%
  • ASTRAZENECA PLC
    Holding Weight: 1.41%
  • SHELL PLC
    Holding Weight: 1.38%
  • TOYOTA MOTOR CORP
    Holding Weight: 1.30%
  • LVMH
    Holding Weight: 1.26%
  • SAP
    Holding Weight: 1.26%
  • NOVARTIS AG
    Holding Weight: 1.25%
  • ROCHE HOLDING PAR AG
    Holding Weight: 1.14%

EFA Sector Exposure

EFA Industry Exposure

Key Executives

  • Michael Arthur Latham (Age 51)
    President, Trustee
  • Jack Gee (Age 57)
    Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer
  • Scott F. Radell (Age 48)
    Executive Vice President
  • Amy Schioldager (Age 56)
    Executive Vice President
  • Edward B. Baer (Age 45)
    Vice President, Chief Legal Officer
  • Ira P. Shapiro (Age 52)
    Vice President
  • Eilleen M. Clavere (Age 61)
    Secretary
  • Cecilia H. Herbert (Age 68)
    Independent Trustee
  • Charles A. Hurty (Age 73)
    Independent Trustee
  • Robert S. Kapito (Age 59)
    Trustee

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

Pros

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

  • The iShares MSCI EAFE ETF provides exposure to developed markets outside of North America, offering diversification benefits to investors.
  • With a focus on large and mid-cap equities, the ETF provides a balanced exposure to established international companies.
  • Recent market trends indicate a growing interest in international investments, making this ETF a potential beneficiary of this shift.
  • Given the current stock price of the ETF, it presents a relatively affordable entry point for investors looking to access international markets.
  • Historically, the MSCI EAFE index has shown resilience and long-term growth potential, providing a stable investment option for risk-averse investors.

Cons

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

  • International markets can be subject to geopolitical risks and currency fluctuations, impacting the performance of the ETF.
  • The ETF's performance may be influenced by global economic conditions, making it susceptible to market volatility.
  • Investors should consider the expense ratio of the ETF, as higher fees can erode returns over time.
  • Regulatory changes in international markets could affect the ETF's holdings and performance, requiring active monitoring by investors.
  • Investors need to be aware of the specific country exposures within the ETF and assess the associated risks of investing in those regions.
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 Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these iShares MSCI EAFE ETF pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

EFA ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have EFA shares performed this year?

iShares MSCI EAFE ETF's stock was trading at $75.35 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, EFA shares have increased by 5.8% and is now trading at $79.69.
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Who are iShares MSCI EAFE ETF's major shareholders?

Top institutional shareholders of iShares MSCI EAFE ETF include Stairway Partners LLC (0.43%), Massmutual Trust Co. FSB ADV (0.10%), RVW Wealth LLC (0.03%) and Quent Capital LLC (0.02%).

How do I buy shares of iShares MSCI EAFE ETF?

Shares of EFA 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 MSCI EAFE ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that iShares MSCI EAFE ETF investors own include AT&T (T), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Verizon Communications (VZ), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM), NVIDIA (NVDA) and Bank of America (BAC).

This page (NYSEARCA:EFA) was last updated on 7/9/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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