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iShares MSCI Canada ETF
EWC performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 27, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +3.28% | +2.91% | +10.67% | +28.77% | +76.70% | +78.73% |
| Flows | -$5M | +$820M | +$1.79B | +$2.07B | +$1.25B | +$994M |
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI Canada ETF is built to track the MSCI Canada Custom Capped NTR Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 84 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 12, 1996 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 84
Top 15 Holdings
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +13.06% | +14.07% | +14.92% | +16.81% |
Max drawdown | -3.14% | -8.40% | -12.78% | -24.75% |
Max drawdown duration | 42d | 45d | 151d | 834d |
Time to recover | 21d | 28d | 24d | 639d |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is EWC?
EWC is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does EWC track?
EWC tracks the MSCI Canada Custom Capped NTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does EWC invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap Canadian Equities. It is part of the segment: DM Large & Mid Cap.
What is the expense ratio of EWC?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EWC is 0.5%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EWC launched?
EWC was launched on March 12, 1996, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EWC?
EWC is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of EWC?
As of July 27, 2026, EWC manages $6.13 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EWC performed recently?
As of July 27, 2026, EWC delivered a return of 3.28% over the past month (1M performance), 2.91% over the past three months (3M), and 10.67% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for EWC?
As of July 27, 2026, EWC has seen net flows of -$5M in the past month (1M flow) and +$1.79B year-to-date (YTD).
Does EWC pay dividends?
As of July 27, 2026, EWC has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.26%.
How many holdings are in EWC
As of June 30, 2026, EWC holds 84 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is EWC?
As of June 30, 2026, EWC holds 84 securities, with 55.91% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EWC?
As of June 30, 2026, EWC holds a portfolio of 84 underlyings, with its largest positions including Royal Bank of Canada, The Toronto-Dominion Bank and Shopify, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does EWC invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, EWC has its largest geographic exposures in Canada.
What sectors or themes does EWC focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, EWC is primarily exposed to Finance, Energy and Non-Energy Materials.
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