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iShares MSCI Brazil Small-Cap ETF
EWZS performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of August 31, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -3.34% | -8.17% | -0.93% | +0.84% | +2.73% | -11.39% |
| Flows | -$2M | -$11M | +$69M | +$62M | +$53M | +$176M |
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI Brazil Small-Cap ETF is built to track the MSCI Brazil 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 | 72 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 28, 2010 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 72
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +26.93% | +29.79% | +28.79% | +32.34% |
Max drawdown | -16.08% | -26.15% | -37.10% | -42.71% |
Max drawdown duration | 90d | 139d | 707d | 1394d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 351d | 406d |
Replication quality
Data as of August 31, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
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 EWZS?
EWZS is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does EWZS track?
EWZS tracks the MSCI Brazil Small Cap Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does EWZS invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap Brazilian Equities. It is part of the segment: LatAm Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of EWZS?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EWZS is 0.59%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EWZS launched?
EWZS was launched on September 28, 2010, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EWZS?
EWZS is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of EWZS?
As of August 31, 2026, EWZS manages $217.64 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EWZS performed recently?
As of August 31, 2026, EWZS delivered a return of -3.34% over the past month (1M performance), -8.17% over the past three months (3M), and -0.93% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for EWZS?
As of August 31, 2026, EWZS has seen net flows of -$2M in the past month (1M flow) and +$69M year-to-date (YTD).
Does EWZS pay dividends?
As of August 31, 2026, EWZS has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 4%.
How many holdings are in EWZS
As of July 31, 2026, EWZS holds 72 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is EWZS?
As of July 31, 2026, EWZS holds 72 securities, with 48.85% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EWZS?
As of July 31, 2026, EWZS holds a portfolio of 72 underlyings, with its largest positions including TOTVS SA, Companhia de Saneamento de Minas Gerais and Lojas Renner SA. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does EWZS invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, EWZS has its largest geographic exposures in Brazil.
What sectors or themes does EWZS focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, EWZS is primarily exposed to Finance, Utilities and Consumer Non-Cyclicals.
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