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iShares Global Comm Services ETF
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IXP performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.16% | +0.61% | +0.04% | +26.65% | +118.81% | +61.97% |
| Flows | -$24M | -$159M | -$165M | +$112M | +$130M | +$128M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +13.08% | +17.78% | +16.09% | +18.56% |
Max drawdown | -5.23% | -12.72% | -17.07% | -43.88% |
Max drawdown duration | 41d | 45d | 106d | 1000d |
Time to recover | N/A | 32d | 57d | 579d |
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 | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 69
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The iShares Global Comm Services ETF is built to track the S&P Global 1200 Communication Services 4.5/22.5/45 Capped Index NTR - 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 | 69 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | November 12, 2001 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is IXP?
IXP is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does IXP track?
IXP tracks the S&P Global 1200 Communication Services 4.5/22.5/45 Capped Index NTR - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does IXP invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap Global Telecommunications Equities. It is part of the segment: Global Large Cap.
What is the expense ratio of IXP?
The total expense ratio (TER) of IXP is 0.4%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was IXP launched?
IXP was launched on November 12, 2001, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of IXP?
IXP is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of IXP?
As of March 11, 2026, IXP manages $629.88 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has IXP performed recently?
As of March 11, 2026, IXP delivered a return of -1.16% over the past month (1M performance), 0.61% over the past three months (3M), and 0.04% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for IXP?
As of March 11, 2026, IXP has seen net flows of -$24M in the past month (1M flow) and -$165M year-to-date (YTD).
Does IXP pay dividends?
As of March 11, 2026, IXP has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.98%.
How many holdings are in IXP
As of January 31, 2026, IXP holds 69 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is IXP?
As of January 31, 2026, IXP holds 69 securities, with 79.51% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of IXP?
As of January 31, 2026, IXP holds a portfolio of 69 underlyings, with its largest positions including META PLATFORMS, ALPHABET INC-CL and ALPHABET INC-CL. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does IXP invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, IXP has its largest geographic exposures in USA and Japan.
What sectors or themes does IXP focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, IXP is primarily exposed to Communication Services.
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