iShares Edge MSCI Europe Value Factor

ETF description

This ETF is designed to invest in European companies that are considered undervalued compared to their peers. It focuses on firms that have strong fundamentals but may be trading at lower prices relative to their earnings or other financial metrics. By targeting these so‑called ‘value’ stocks, the ETF aims to provide exposure to businesses that have the potential for price appreciation as the market recognizes their true worth over time.

Investors who are interested in long‑term growth and are willing to take on some risk might find this ETF appealing. It can attract those who believe that undervalued companies may offer attractive investment opportunities. The ETF covers a variety of sectors across the European market, allowing investors to benefit from a broad range of companies that meet the value criteria.

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 Edge MSCI Europe Value Factor index provides targeted exposure to large and mid‑cap European stocks identified as undervalued based on value factors such as price‑to‑earnings and price‑to‑book ratios. It is designed to capture potential long‑term returns from undervalued companies in Europe, offering a value‑oriented approach to investing within the region.