Fund info

The iShares Currency Hedged MSCI ACWI ex U.S. ETF is a financial instrument designed to offer exposure to international equity markets, excluding the United States, while simultaneously mitigating the effects of currency fluctuations against the U.S. dollar. It encompasses a diversified selection of stocks from both developed and emerging markets worldwide, providing investors with broad global exposure. A key feature of this ETF is its currency hedging strategy, which seeks to neutralize the impact of foreign exchange volatility, an attractive proposition for investors concerned about currency risk in their international investments. The underlying index, MSCI ACWI ex USA, is comprised of equities from diverse sectors such as technology, financials, healthcare, and consumer goods, reflecting the growth and potential of global markets outside the U.S. By employing a currency hedging overlay, the ETF allows investors to focus on the performance of the international equities themselves, rather than being influenced by exchange rate dynamics. This makes it a valuable tool for those looking to access global growth opportunities while maintaining a U.S. dollar-centric approach in their investment portfolios.