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iShares MSCI Brazil Small-Cap ETF
Trading data
EWZS performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 12, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -7.52% | +4.48% | +7.31% | +43.25% | +34.32% | +9.86% |
| Flows | +$119M | +$150M | +$159M | +$182M | +$262M | +$255M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +31.27% | +28.58% | +28.19% | +32.08% |
Max drawdown | -12.03% | -12.03% | -37.52% | -48.71% |
Max drawdown duration | 14d | 14d | 856d | 1722d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 351d | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 71
Top 15 Holdings
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 |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 71 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 28, 2010 |
| ESG | No |
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 March 12, 2026, EWZS manages $326.20 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EWZS performed recently?
As of March 12, 2026, EWZS delivered a return of -7.52% over the past month (1M performance), 4.48% over the past three months (3M), and 7.31% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for EWZS?
As of March 12, 2026, EWZS has seen net flows of +$119M in the past month (1M flow) and +$159M year-to-date (YTD).
Does EWZS pay dividends?
As of March 12, 2026, EWZS has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.59%.
How many holdings are in EWZS
As of January 31, 2026, EWZS holds 71 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 January 31, 2026, EWZS holds 71 securities, with 45.31% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EWZS?
As of January 31, 2026, EWZS holds a portfolio of 71 underlyings, with its largest positions including LOJAS RENNER, AURA MINERALS and INTER AND CO. 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 January 31, 2026, EWZS has its largest geographic exposures in Brazil and Cayman Islands.
What sectors or themes does EWZS focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, EWZS is primarily exposed to Consumer Discretionary, Materials and Utilities.
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