iShares Listed Private Equity

ETF description

This ETF focuses on investing in publicly listed companies that are involved in private equity activities. Private equity refers to investments made directly into private companies or the buyout of public companies to make them private. The companies in this ETF may manage private equity funds, invest in private firms, or engage in leveraged buyouts. By investing in this ETF, investors gain exposure to the private equity sector without the need to commit large amounts of capital or participate directly in private deals.

This ETF may appeal to investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with exposure to the private equity market. It could suit those who are comfortable with a higher level of risk and are looking for potential long‑term capital growth. The fund may also suit investors interested in accessing the potential benefits of private equity but preferring the liquidity and accessibility offered by an exchange‑traded product.

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 Listed Private Equity index offers investors exposure to publicly traded companies engaged in private equity activities, including managing and investing in private equity funds. By focusing on firms listed on stock exchanges, the index provides a unique view of the private equity sector through the lens of publicly traded entities.