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📎 Investment Objective

The iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of large- and mid-capitalization developed market equities, excluding the U.S. and Canada, that have positive environmental, social and governance (ESG) characteristics.

✨ Key Features

• Provides exposure to developed international equities with positive ESG characteristics
• Tracks the MSCI EAFE ESG Focus Index, which selects and weights companies based on their ESG ratings
• Aims to offer market-like returns with a tilt towards more sustainable companies
• Relatively low expense ratio compared to many other ESG-focused ETFs

⚠️ Primary Risks

• Market risk - The value of the ETF's holdings may decline due to general market and economic conditions
• ESG investment risk - The ETF's ESG focus may cause it to perform differently than funds that do not have an ESG mandate
• Foreign investment risk - Investing in non-U.S. securities may be subject to additional risks such as currency fluctuations
• Concentration risk - The ETF may be more susceptible to factors affecting a particular sector or region

👤 Best For

This ETF may be suitable for long-term investors seeking exposure to developed international equities with a focus on environmental, social and governance factors. It could be a component of a diversified portfolio for investors interested in incorporating ESG considerations.