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iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF
EWU performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +4.26% | +2.12% | +8.95% | +19.60% | +59.52% | +76.13% |
| Flows | +$284M | +$554M | +$967M | +$603M | +$147M | -$413M |
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF is built to track the MSCI United Kingdom Net Total Return 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 | 67 |
| 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 67
Top 15 Holdings
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +16.33% | +14.61% | +14.27% | +16.26% |
Max drawdown | -3.75% | -10.03% | -12.53% | -24.74% |
Max drawdown duration | 56d | 145d | 38d | 427d |
Time to recover | 48d | N/A | 18d | 198d |
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 EWU?
EWU is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does EWU track?
EWU tracks the MSCI United Kingdom Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does EWU invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap UK Equities. It is part of the segment: Europe Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of EWU?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EWU is 0.5%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EWU launched?
EWU was launched on March 12, 1996, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EWU?
EWU is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of EWU?
As of July 24, 2026, EWU manages $4.03 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EWU performed recently?
As of July 24, 2026, EWU delivered a return of 4.26% over the past month (1M performance), 2.12% over the past three months (3M), and 8.95% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for EWU?
As of July 24, 2026, EWU has seen net flows of +$284M in the past month (1M flow) and +$967M year-to-date (YTD).
Does EWU pay dividends?
As of July 24, 2026, EWU has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.17%.
How many holdings are in EWU
As of June 30, 2026, EWU holds 67 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is EWU?
As of June 30, 2026, EWU holds 67 securities, with 65.11% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EWU?
As of June 30, 2026, EWU holds a portfolio of 67 underlyings, with its largest positions including HSBC Holdings Plc, AstraZeneca PLC and Shell Plc. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does EWU invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, EWU has its largest geographic exposures in United Kingdom.
What sectors or themes does EWU focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, EWU is primarily exposed to Finance, Consumer Non-Cyclicals and Healthcare.
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