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iShares Currency Hedged MSCI Emerging Markets ETF
HEEM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 14, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.99% | -7.52% | +19.82% | +27.92% | +83.17% | +56.35% |
| Flows | +$6M | +$28M | +$62M | +$61M | +$62M | +$43M |
Characteristics
The iShares Currency Hedged MSCI Emerging Markets ETF is built to track the MSCI Emerging Markets 100% Hedged to USD Net Total Return Index - USD. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 1179 |
| Replication method | |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 23, 2014 |
| ESG | No |
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HEEM's exposure
This ETF provides synthetic exposure. It does not hold the securities of the index directly so we cannot display its exposure breakdown.
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +27.07% | +23.10% | +17.88% | +17.66% |
Max drawdown | -15.12% | -15.12% | -15.12% | -27.32% |
Max drawdown duration | 84d | 84d | 84d | 1070d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | 701d |
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 | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is HEEM?
HEEM is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does HEEM track?
HEEM tracks the MSCI Emerging Markets 100% Hedged to USD Net Total Return Index - USD.
What does HEEM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap Emerging markets Equities. It is part of the segment: EM Large & Mid Cap.
What is the expense ratio of HEEM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of HEEM is 1.51%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was HEEM launched?
HEEM was launched on September 23, 2014, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of HEEM?
HEEM is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of HEEM?
As of September 14, 2026, HEEM manages $291.88 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has HEEM performed recently?
As of September 14, 2026, HEEM delivered a return of -1.99% over the past month (1M performance), -7.52% over the past three months (3M), and 19.82% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for HEEM?
As of September 14, 2026, HEEM has seen net flows of +$6M in the past month (1M flow) and +$62M year-to-date (YTD).
Does HEEM pay dividends?
As of September 14, 2026, HEEM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.75%.
How many holdings are in HEEM
As of July 31, 2026, HEEM holds 1179 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is HEEM?
As of July 31, 2026, HEEM holds 1179 securities, with 39.32% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of HEEM?
As of July 31, 2026, HEEM holds a portfolio of 1179 underlyings, with its largest positions including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and SK hynix, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does HEEM invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, HEEM has its largest geographic exposures in Taiwan, China and Republic of Korea.
What sectors or themes does HEEM focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, HEEM is primarily exposed to Technology and Finance.
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