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iShares Core MSCI International Developed Market(IDEV)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for IDEV
11/06/2026: IDEV (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
IDEV is a cost-effective, broad-market ETF that provides exposure to large- and mid-cap companies across developed international markets. By tracking the MSCI World ex USA Investable Market Index, it offers investors significant geographic diversification. Its main strengths lie in its extremely low expense ratio, high liquidity, and the reliability of the iShares platform. The fund serves as an excellent core component for an international equity allocation, though investors should remain mindful of currency risks and global macroeconomic trends. It is best suited for long-term investors seeking to capture global growth outside the U.S. while maintaining low structural costs.
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 | International markets may offer different growth cycles than the U.S., but the broad index approach prioritizes diversification over aggressive growth. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum investors may find opportunities during strong international equity rallies, but the fund is not designed for active tactical trading. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Many international developed markets often trade at lower valuation multiples compared to the U.S., appealing to value-oriented investors. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | Developed international markets frequently include many dividend-paying established firms that can provide reliable income streams. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While diversified, international equities inherently carry currency and geopolitical risks that should be considered by low-risk investors. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a long-term, buy-and-hold participant seeking broad international equity exposure to diversify their portfolio beyond U.S. domestic stocks.
Suitability
It is best suited for passive index followers who want a core international holding at a low cost rather than active traders.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | Equity markets in developed countries can experience significant price swings due to global economic uncertainty. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | As an equity fund, it is fully exposed to the systemic risks of international developed stock markets. |
| Concentration | Low | The fund is highly diversified across thousands of securities, minimizing single-stock concentration risk. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund maintains a very low expense ratio and efficient tracking of its benchmark index. |
| Liquidity | Low | With high daily trading volumes, liquidity risk is minimal for typical retail investor transactions. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The portfolio tracks a broad index, meaning it holds both high-quality and lower-quality companies within those regions. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
IDEV experiences volatility consistent with diversified global equity indices, often tempered by its wide geographic spread.
Market Risk
The primary risk is exposure to the economic cycles and systemic market shocks inherent in the developed international regions included in the index.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Japan | 23 | Provides significant exposure to the Japanese economy, a key component of developed international markets. |
| Geography | United Kingdom | 13 | Offers access to major companies in the U.K. financial and industrial sectors. |
| Geography | France | 10 | Provides exposure to European industrial and consumer luxury leaders. |
| Geography | Canada | 9 | Includes exposure to the Canadian natural resources and financial sectors. |
| Geography | Other Developed Markets | 45 | Represents a diverse mix of other developed economies like Germany, Switzerland, and Australia. |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 6.86% | Avg. Invested days 66 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | ETF Returns Performance |

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