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iShares MSCI Thailand ETF (THD)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: THD (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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 -12.42% | Avg. Invested days 24 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.75 | 52 Weeks Range 44.21 - 67.58 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 44.21 - 67.58 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
iShares MSCI Thailand ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The iShares MSCI Thailand ETF (THD) seeks to track the investment results of the MSCI Thailand IMI 25/50 Index, which represents the broad Thailand equity market. It provides exposure to a range of Thai companies across various market capitalizations.
Reputation and Reliability
iShares, managed by BlackRock, is a well-established and reputable ETF provider known for its diverse product range and robust tracking methodologies.
Management Expertise
BlackRock has extensive experience in managing ETFs and a dedicated team focused on international equity strategies.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of the MSCI Thailand IMI 25/50 Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a passive management strategy, aiming to replicate the performance of the MSCI Thailand IMI 25/50 Index by investing in the component securities of the index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of companies domiciled in Thailand, representing a broad range of sectors and market capitalizations.
Market Position
Market Share: Difficult to determine exact market share as it's part of the broader emerging market ETF landscape. However, it's a leading Thailand-specific ETF.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 473700000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- Thailand Fund Inc (TTF)
Competitive Landscape
THD is a dominant player due to its large AUM and liquidity. TTF focuses primarily on long-term capital appreciation through investment in Thai equities but has higher expense ratios and lower liquidity. THD's advantage lies in its lower expense ratio and high tradability.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data is available from iShares and financial data providers; annual and since inception returns are key metrics.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance should closely track the MSCI Thailand IMI 25/50 Index, deviations can occur due to fees and tracking error.
Expense Ratio: 0.58
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF exhibits moderate liquidity with average trading volumes, facilitating relatively easy buying and selling of shares.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, indicating efficient trading and lower transaction costs for investors.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth in Thailand, global market sentiment towards emerging markets, currency fluctuations (THB/USD), and geopolitical factors influence the ETF's performance.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on Thailand's economic development, corporate earnings growth, and investor appetite for emerging market exposure. Changes to strategy and holdings are minimal.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
iShares MSCI Thailand ETF benefits from its brand recognition as an iShares product, offering a liquid and cost-effective way to access the Thai equity market. It tracks a well-known MSCI index, providing transparency. The ETF has a relatively large AUM and well diversified portfolio making it more appealing to investors. Its scale allows for lower expense ratios and competitive trading costs which is attractive for investors seeking broad exposure to Thailand.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
The ETF's volatility is influenced by the volatility of the Thai stock market and emerging market risk factors.
Market Risk
Specific risks include currency risk (THB/USD exchange rate), political instability in Thailand, and economic slowdown in the region. Emerging markets also carry higher volatility than developed markets.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking exposure to the Thai equity market for diversification or to capitalize on potential growth in Thailand are ideal investors.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors with a moderate to high-risk tolerance, seeking diversification in emerging markets.
Summary
The iShares MSCI Thailand ETF (THD) offers a convenient and cost-effective way to invest in the Thai equity market. It tracks the MSCI Thailand IMI 25/50 Index and holds a diversified portfolio of Thai stocks. THD is suitable for investors seeking long-term growth and diversification in emerging markets, but they should be aware of the inherent risks of investing in a single-country emerging market. The fund's large AUM and tight bid-ask spread make it a highly liquid choice compared to others in the region.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- iShares website
- MSCI website
- Financial data providers (e.g., Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance)
- ETF.com
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on your own research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Market conditions can change rapidly and impact investment values.
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.
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About iShares MSCI Thailand ETF
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The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the underlying index and in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the component securities of the underlying index. The index is designed to measure the performance of the large-, mid- and small-capitalization segments of the equity market in Thailand. It is non-diversified.
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