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iShares Edge MSCI Multifactor Intl ETF(INTF)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for INTF
11/06/2026: INTF (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
iShares Edge MSCI Multifactor Intl ETF (INTF) provides exposure to international developed market equities by filtering for quality, value, momentum, and size factors. It is a solid choice for investors looking to enhance their global equity allocation beyond simple market-cap indices. The fund offers the reliability and cost efficiency of an iShares product, making it a suitable core-satellite component for those seeking long-term factor premia. Key risks include exposure to international market volatility and currency risk, as well as the potential for multifactor strategies to lag during specific market regimes. It is best suited for long-term investors who monitor factor trends and are comfortable with the inherent cyclicality of smart-beta strategies.
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 | The fund includes momentum, but value and quality tilts may dampen performance during pure growth-led rallies. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The fund explicitly includes a momentum factor, making it suitable when international momentum trends are strong. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | A primary component of the index strategy is a persistent tilt toward undervalued stocks. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | While many value and quality stocks pay dividends, the primary goal is total return rather than specific yield maximization. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Factor tilting introduces volatility compared to a standard market-cap weighted index, though it can manage downside in specific regimes. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Long-term investors who want international diversification but seek better risk-adjusted returns than basic market-cap weighting provides.
Suitability
Best for passive index-plus followers who believe in the historical premium of factors like value and quality.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | International equity markets can experience significant fluctuations driven by global economic and geopolitical events. |
| Market risk | High | The fund is fully exposed to systemic risks inherent in international developed market economies. |
| Concentration | Medium | Factor-based weighting can lead to sector or country concentrations that differ significantly from broad benchmarks. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund maintains a competitive expense ratio and generally tracks its index with high precision. |
| Liquidity | Low | The underlying assets are generally highly liquid, minimizing execution risk for investors. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The quality factor screen is designed to favor companies with stronger balance sheets and earnings. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Exhibits volatility consistent with developed market international equities, influenced by the added factor tilts.
Market Risk
Subject to global macroeconomic conditions, including interest rate changes, geopolitical tensions, and trade policy affecting non-U.S. developed nations.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Developed International Equities (ex-US) | 98.5 | This provides broad diversification across developed regions like Europe, Japan, and Australia, excluding U.S. markets. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 1.5 | Minor cash holdings are maintained for liquidity and fund rebalancing purposes. |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 10.53% | Avg. Invested days 65 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/06/2026 |
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