iShares MSCI South Africa

ETF description

The iShares MSCI South Africa ETF provides investors with targeted exposure to the South African equity market by tracking the MSCI South Africa index. This ETF offers a way to invest in a diversified portfolio of large‑ and mid‑cap South African companies, capturing the performance of the South African stock market and providing insights into one of Africa’s largest and most developed economies.

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 South Africa index provides comprehensive exposure to the South African equity market by including a diverse range of companies across various sectors. This broad‑based approach ensures that investors gain a complete view of South Africa’s economic landscape, from major blue‑chip firms to smaller, dynamic enterprises. Its extensive coverage makes it a key tool for capturing the full spectrum of investment opportunities within South Africa’s market.