iShares STOXX Europe Equity Multifactor

ETF description

The iShares STOXX Europe Equity Multifactor ETF provides investors with exposure to European equities through a multifactor investment strategy. By tracking the STOXX Developed Europe Equity Factor Screened index, this ETF selects stocks based on four key factors: value, momentum, quality and low size. It aims to capture the performance of companies that exhibit these factors, potentially offering higher returns and reduced risk compared to traditional market‑cap‑weighted indices. This ETF is designed for investors seeking a strategic approach to investing in European equities, leveraging multiple factors to enhance portfolio diversification and performance.

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 STOXX Developed Europe Equity Factor Screened index provides targeted exposure to European equities by integrating multiple investment factors, such as value, momentum, and quality. By employing a multifactor approach, this index aims to capture a broad set of attributes that drive performance, offering a diversified strategy to enhance returns and manage risk. Its focus on combining various factors within the European market makes it a valuable addition for portfolios seeking to leverage multiple investment strategies for potential outperformance in European equities.