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iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.72% | +4.85% | +3.60% | +25.84% | +59.15% | +52.33% |
| Flows | +$3.13B | +$6.05B | +$4.52B | +$16.76B | +$33.48B | +$50.53B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.36% | +15.94% | +14.06% | +15.70% |
Max drawdown | -6.65% | -13.46% | -13.46% | -30.35% |
Max drawdown duration | 9d | 40d | 40d | 906d |
Time to recover | N/A | 21d | 21d | 521d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 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 |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 2,583
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF is built to track the MSCI EAFE IMI 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 | 2583 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 18, 2012 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is IEFA?
IEFA is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does IEFA track?
IEFA tracks the MSCI EAFE IMI Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does IEFA invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Developed markets ex-North America Equities. It is part of the segment: DM Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of IEFA?
The total expense ratio (TER) of IEFA is 0.07%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was IEFA launched?
IEFA was launched on October 18, 2012, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of IEFA?
IEFA is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of IEFA?
As of March 10, 2026, IEFA manages $172.91 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has IEFA performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, IEFA delivered a return of -4.72% over the past month (1M performance), 4.85% over the past three months (3M), and 3.6% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for IEFA?
As of March 10, 2026, IEFA has seen net flows of +$3.13B in the past month (1M flow) and +$4.52B year-to-date (YTD).
Does IEFA pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, IEFA has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.43%.
How many holdings are in IEFA
As of January 31, 2026, IEFA holds 2583 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is IEFA?
As of January 31, 2026, IEFA holds 2583 securities, with 15.09% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of IEFA?
As of January 31, 2026, IEFA holds a portfolio of 2583 underlyings, with its largest positions including ASML HOLDING, ROCHE and HSBC HOLDINGS. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does IEFA invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, IEFA has its largest geographic exposures in Japan, United Kingdom and Switzerland.
What sectors or themes does IEFA focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, IEFA is primarily exposed to Financials, Industrials and Consumer Discretionary.
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