iShares Ageing Population

ETF description

This ETF invests in companies that are expected to benefit from the growing trend of an ageing global population. It focuses on businesses involved in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and other sectors that provide products and services tailored to older adults, such as medical devices, elder care, and retirement services. As the number of older individuals continues to rise, these industries are poised to play an increasingly important role in addressing the needs of this demographic.

This ETF may appeal to investors who are interested in long‑term trends driven by demographic changes, particularly the ageing population.

Issuer details

iShares ETFs are issued and managed by BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management company.

With 800+ products globally and over $2trn in assets (as at June 2024), iShares ETFs are a flexible, low‑cost way for investors to gain exposure to various market segments, including fixed income, emerging markets and broad‑based indexes.

Index details

The Ageing Population index provides investors with targeted exposure to companies across various sectors that are expected to benefit from the demographic trend of an ageing global population. By focusing on firms that cater to the needs and preferences of older adults, the index aims to capture the growth potential of this significant market segment.