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iShares MSCI ACWI ex U.S. ETF(ACWX)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ACWX
10/28/2026: ACWX (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
ACWX is a highly liquid and widely held ETF that provides diversified exposure to international equity markets by tracking the MSCI ACWI ex USA Index. It offers a convenient, low-effort way to gain access to both developed and emerging markets, benefiting from BlackRock’s robust management. While it serves as an excellent core building block for global diversification, investors should be mindful of currency risk and the inherent volatility of emerging markets. It is best suited for long-term investors seeking to balance their U.S. equity holdings with a broader international perspective.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | While international markets provide growth, this fund is broadly diversified and may not capture the concentrated high-growth potential of specific sectors. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The fund can serve as a vehicle to capture regional international momentum shifts when global market sentiment is bullish. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Many international markets frequently trade at lower valuations compared to U.S. equities, offering potential value opportunities. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | The fund provides exposure to international dividend-paying companies, though the primary goal is capital appreciation rather than yield optimization. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | International investing involves inherent currency and geopolitical risks that may exceed the volatility tolerance of low-risk investors. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Long-term investors looking to complete a global asset allocation strategy by adding non-U.S. equity exposure to their U.S.-centric portfolios.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term passive index followers who prioritize diversification and liquidity over active management.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | International equities are subject to swings driven by global economic instability and regional market sentiment. |
| Market risk | High | The fund is fully exposed to systematic risks within the global non-U.S. equity markets. |
| Concentration | Low | The fund is highly diversified across thousands of securities, preventing over-reliance on any single company. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | BlackRock's efficient indexing process keeps tracking error to a minimum relative to the benchmark. |
| Liquidity | Low | High trading volumes ensure that investors can transact without significant price slippage. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The fund includes a mix of high-quality developed market firms and more speculative emerging market enterprises. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
ACWX experiences moderate to high volatility due to its exposure to both stable developed markets and more volatile emerging market economies.
Market Risk
The fund faces significant systemic risk as it is entirely dependent on the collective performance of international economic, political, and regulatory environments.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Developed Markets (e.g., Japan, UK, Canada, France) | 75 | These holdings provide exposure to mature economies with stable regulatory environments and established capital markets. |
| Geography | Emerging Markets (e.g., China, India, Taiwan, Brazil) | 25 | These holdings offer higher growth potential but carry increased geopolitical and economic risks compared to developed markets. |
Price Behavior
Steady Uptrend
The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 14.68% | Avg. Invested days 77 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/28/2026 |
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