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iShares MSCI Saudi Arabia ETF
Trading data
KSA performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 12, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -3.00% | +1.86% | +3.96% | -2.54% | +11.77% | +24.90% |
| Flows | +$8M | +$21M | +$34M | +$109M | -$175M | -$46M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +15.29% | +14.01% | +12.73% | +13.81% |
Max drawdown | -8.85% | -11.43% | -15.23% | -27.59% |
Max drawdown duration | 43d | 134d | 156d | 1424d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 68d | 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 | |
|---|---|
| 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 127
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI Saudi Arabia ETF is built to track the MSCI Saudi Arabia IMI 25/50 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 | 127 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 16, 2015 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is KSA?
KSA is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does KSA track?
KSA tracks the MSCI Saudi Arabia IMI 25/50 Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does KSA invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Saudi Arabian Equities. It is part of the segment: EM Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of KSA?
The total expense ratio (TER) of KSA is 0.75%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was KSA launched?
KSA was launched on September 16, 2015, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of KSA?
KSA is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of KSA?
As of March 12, 2026, KSA manages $678.88 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has KSA performed recently?
As of March 12, 2026, KSA delivered a return of -3% over the past month (1M performance), 1.86% over the past three months (3M), and 3.96% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for KSA?
As of March 12, 2026, KSA has seen net flows of +$8M in the past month (1M flow) and +$34M year-to-date (YTD).
Does KSA pay dividends?
As of March 12, 2026, KSA has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.83%.
How many holdings are in KSA
As of January 31, 2026, KSA holds 127 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is KSA?
As of January 31, 2026, KSA holds 127 securities, with 68.82% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of KSA?
As of January 31, 2026, KSA holds a portfolio of 127 underlyings, with its largest positions including AL RAJHI BANK, SAUDI ARABIAN OIL CO and SAUDI NATIONAL BANK. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does KSA invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, KSA has its largest geographic exposures in Saudi Arabia.
What sectors or themes does KSA focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, KSA is primarily exposed to Financials, Materials and Energy.
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