QLV

📎 Investment Objective

The FlexShares US Quality Low Volatility Index Fund (QLV) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. equities that exhibit lower overall volatility subject to a quality screen.

✨ Key Features

• Focuses on U.S. equities with lower overall volatility characteristics
• Applies a quality screen to select companies with favorable fundamental characteristics
• Seeks to provide exposure to a diversified portfolio of lower volatility U.S. stocks
• Passively managed to track the Northern Trust US Quality Low Volatility Index

⚠️ Primary Risks

• Market risk: The value of the fund's holdings may decline due to general market and economic conditions.
• Concentration risk: The fund may be more susceptible to the economic, market, political or regulatory events affecting a particular sector or industry.
• Index tracking risk: The fund may not perfectly track the underlying index due to factors such as fund expenses and transaction costs.
• Liquidity risk: The fund may experience difficulties in buying or selling certain holdings, which could adversely impact the fund's performance.

👤 Best For

The FlexShares US Quality Low Volatility Index Fund may be suitable for investors seeking exposure to a diversified portfolio of lower volatility U.S. stocks as part of a broader investment strategy. This fund may be particularly appealing to investors with a lower risk tolerance who are looking to potentially reduce portfolio volatility.