iShares MSCI Mexico Capped

ETF description

The iShares MSCI Mexico Capped ETF provides investors with exposure to the Mexican equity market by tracking the MSCI Mexico IMI 25/50 index. This ETF includes a diverse range of large‑, mid‑, and small‑cap companies from Mexico, reflecting the performance of the broader Mexican stock market. The ‘“capped”’ aspect of the ETF means that it limits the weight of any single stock to ensure no single company dominates the index, promoting diversification within the fund. This ETF is suitable for investors seeking targeted exposure to Mexico’s economic growth and investment opportunities while managing concentration risk.

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 MSCI Mexico Capped index offers focused exposure to the Mexican equity market while implementing a capping mechanism to limit the influence of any single stock. By including a diverse range of large and mid‑cap companies across various sectors in Mexico, this index provides a balanced representation of the Mexican market. Its cap on individual stock weights ensures diversified risk while capturing the performance and growth potential of key Mexican companies. This makes it a valuable addition for portfolios seeking to gain targeted exposure to Mexico’s equity market with controlled risk.