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iShares Europe ETF (IEV)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/04/2025: IEV (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -7.82% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/04/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.12 | 52 Weeks Range 50.39 - 63.47 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 50.39 - 63.47 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
iShares Europe ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The iShares Europe ETF (IEV) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of large- and mid-capitalization equities in developed countries in Europe, providing broad exposure to the European stock market.
Reputation and Reliability
iShares is a well-established and reputable ETF provider with a strong track record.
Management Expertise
BlackRock, the issuer of iShares ETFs, has extensive experience and expertise in managing investment portfolios.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of an index composed of large- and mid-capitalization equities in developed countries in Europe.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a 'passive' management approach, attempting to replicate the returns of its underlying index, the S&P Europe 350 Index.
Composition Primarily holds stocks of European companies.
Market Position
Market Share: IEV holds a notable, but not dominant, share in the Europe-focused ETF market.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 2640000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- VGK
- EZU
- FEZ
Competitive Landscape
The European equities ETF market is moderately competitive. IEV benefits from the iShares brand recognition and liquidity, but faces competition from lower-cost and more narrowly focused ETFs. VGK generally wins in AUM due to lower fees.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies with the European economic climate and market conditions. Performance data is readily available from the fund's factsheet.
Benchmark Comparison: IEV's performance closely tracks the S&P Europe 350 Index.
Expense Ratio: 0.16
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
IEV exhibits good liquidity with a healthy average trading volume, facilitating ease of entry and exit for investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread for IEV is typically tight, indicating relatively low transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth in Europe, interest rate policies of the European Central Bank, and geopolitical events significantly impact IEV.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on the overall economic health of Europe and investor sentiment toward European equities. No major strategy or holding changes are known.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
IEV benefits from BlackRock's strong brand, high liquidity, and broad exposure to European equities. It offers a simple and cost-effective way to gain access to developed European markets. However, its competitive advantage is not insurmountable, as lower-cost options exist. Its diversification also can act as a double-edged sword, because performance can be diluted compared to sector-specific ETFs.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
IEV's volatility mirrors the volatility of European equity markets.
Market Risk
IEV is subject to market risk, currency risk (fluctuations between the USD and Euro), and political/economic risks specific to Europe.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking broad exposure to developed European equities and diversification within their portfolio.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors seeking geographic diversification, but potentially also for active traders due to its liquidity.
Summary
The iShares Europe ETF (IEV) provides a convenient way to invest in a broad portfolio of European equities, tracking the S&P Europe 350 Index. It offers diversification and liquidity, managed by a reputable issuer, BlackRock. Investors should consider currency risk, economic exposure to Europe, and benchmark comparisons. While offering exposure to the European market, it faces competition from similar ETFs, particularly those with lower expense ratios.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- iShares website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
Data is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is estimated and may vary. Performance is not indicative of future results. Please consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About iShares Europe ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
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The index measures the performance of the securities of leading companies in the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland). The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of its underlying index and in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the component securities of its underlying index.
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