iShares MSCI EM Latin America

ETF description

This ETF focuses on investing in large and mid‑sized companies located in Latin America. The fund tracks an index that represents various sectors across emerging markets in countries such as Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Colombia. By investing in these companies, the ETF provides exposure to the economic growth and development of the Latin American region. The fund includes businesses from industries such as energy, materials, financials, and consumer goods, giving investors diversified access to these emerging markets.

This ETF may appeal to investors looking for growth opportunities in developing economies, particularly those interested in the potential of Latin American markets. It could suit those willing to accept the higher risk and volatility that can come with investing in emerging markets in exchange for the possibility of greater returns over the long term.

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 Emerging Markets Latin America index offers investors targeted exposure to the economic growth and market dynamics of Latin America. Covering large and mid‑cap companies across Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru, the index provides a diversified investment option within the region.