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iShares MSCI United Kingdom Small-Cap ETF
EWUS performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +8.90% | -3.97% | +2.25% | +21.45% | +40.90% | +3.43% |
| Flows | - | -$2M | -$4M | -$277K | -$13M | -$49M |
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI United Kingdom Small-Cap ETF is built to track the MSCI UK Small Cap 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 | 196 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 25, 2012 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 196
Top 15 Holdings
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +21.89% | +15.59% | +17.24% | +19.95% |
Max drawdown | -14.93% | -14.93% | -19.80% | -48.28% |
Max drawdown duration | 87d | 87d | 227d | 1598d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 38d | 1198d |
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 EWUS?
EWUS is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does EWUS track?
EWUS tracks the MSCI UK Small Cap Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does EWUS invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap UK Equities. It is part of the segment: Europe Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of EWUS?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EWUS is 0.59%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EWUS launched?
EWUS was launched on January 25, 2012, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EWUS?
EWUS is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of EWUS?
As of April 24, 2026, EWUS manages $42.62 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EWUS performed recently?
As of April 24, 2026, EWUS delivered a return of 8.9% over the past month (1M performance), -3.97% over the past three months (3M), and 2.25% year-to-date (YTD).
Does EWUS pay dividends?
As of April 24, 2026, EWUS has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.53%.
How many holdings are in EWUS
As of March 31, 2026, EWUS holds 196 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is EWUS?
As of March 31, 2026, EWUS holds 196 securities, with 25.59% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EWUS?
As of March 31, 2026, EWUS holds a portfolio of 196 underlyings, with its largest positions including DIPLOMA, BEAZLEY PLC and WEIR GROUP. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does EWUS invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, EWUS has its largest geographic exposures in United Kingdom.
What sectors or themes does EWUS focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, EWUS is primarily exposed to Industrials, Financials and Consumer Discretionary.
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