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iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF

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The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of its underlying index and in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the component securities of its underlying index. The index consists of securities from the following 10 developed market countries: Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain.

Open

48.67

Mkt cap

7.3B

Volume

1.9M

High

48.73

P/E Ratio

15.13

52-wk high

53.07

Low

48.27

Div yield

0.03

52-wk low

42.46

U.S. markets closed higher on Friday, led by Nvidia and a tech rally, despite a drop in ISM manufacturing PMI and consumer sentiment. Asian markets were mixed, with Japan's Nikkei reaching a record high. European markets and U.S. futures saw declines. Commodities showed mixed performance with crude oil slightly down and natural gas up. Nvidia's performance stands out due to the growing demand for artificial intelligence.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

March 04, 2024 | 12:29 pm

On February 28th, U.S. stock markets closed lower, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq experiencing declines amid anticipation of an inflation update influencing Federal Reserve rate cut predictions. Economic data revealed a slowdown in U.S. annual growth rate and a drop in wholesale inventories. Market expectations for the Fed's rate cut shifted from March to June due to persistent inflation and a strong economy. Asian and European markets mostly saw gains, while commodities like crude oil, gold, and natural gas showed mixed performance. U.S. futures and the forex market also indicated varied movements.

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February 29, 2024 | 12:18 pm

U.S. stock markets closed lower on Monday, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all experiencing declines amid a focus on upcoming economic indicators. Asian and European markets, however, saw gains in various sectors. Crude oil prices slightly decreased, while gold and other commodities rose. U.S. futures indicated a positive opening for the next trading day. Economic data showed a drop in U.S. building permits but an increase in new single-family home sales.

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February 27, 2024 | 1:13 pm

On February 15th, U.S. stock markets closed higher, influenced by a larger-than-expected decline in retail sales, fueling hopes for a Federal Reserve rate cut. U.S. jobless claims fell to 212,000, and retail sales dropped by 0.8%. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all saw gains, with energy, real estate, and materials sectors leading. Asian and European markets also advanced, with notable increases in Japan's Nikkei 225, Australia's S&P/ASX 200, India's Nifty 50, and the European STOXX 600. Commodities saw mixed movements, with gold rising to $2,018.75 and crude oil declining to $77.34/bbl.

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February 16, 2024 | 12:39 pm

On February 14th, U.S. stock markets closed higher, with significant gains in Lyft and Uber after Lyft beat profit estimates and Uber announced a $7 billion share buyback plan. U.S. inflation decreased to 3.1% in January. Asian and European markets also saw gains, while commodities like crude oil and gold experienced mixed movements. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all closed higher.

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February 15, 2024 | 11:44 am

U.S. stock markets closed lower on February 13th due to an unexpected surge in consumer inflation, leading to a decline in the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq. Asian markets were mixed, with Japan and Australia seeing losses, while India and Hong Kong gained. European markets and U.S. futures were up in early trading. Crude oil prices increased, while natural gas and precious metals saw mixed movements.

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February 14, 2024 | 12:56 pm

On February 12th, U.S. stock markets ended mixed with the Nasdaq down, the Dow up, and the S&P 500 slightly down. Japan's Nikkei 225 surged, led by gains in several sectors, while European markets and Australia's S&P/ASX 200 saw declines. Crude oil prices increased, and the U.S. dollar index slightly fell.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

February 13, 2024 | 12:56 pm

U.S. stock markets closed higher on Thursday, with the S&P 500 nearing the 5,000-point mark, driven by positive earnings reports and U.S. employment data. Asian markets also saw gains, while European markets were mixed. Crude oil prices were slightly up, following a 3% jump due to geopolitical tensions. U.S. futures indicated a mixed opening for the next session.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

February 09, 2024 | 12:00 pm

U.S. stock markets ended higher on February 6th, influenced by mixed earnings and Federal Reserve officials' comments suggesting a potential interest rate cut. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expressed concerns about the commercial real estate sector and the volatility of digital assets. The S&P 500 saw gains in most sectors, with the Dow Jones and Nasdaq also closing higher. Asian markets had mixed results, with gains in Australia and China but losses in Japan and Hong Kong. European markets and commodities saw varied performance, with crude oil trading above $73.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

February 07, 2024 | 1:07 pm

On February 5th, U.S. stock markets closed lower after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell dismissed rumors of rate cuts. The ISM services PMI in the U.S. for January exceeded expectations. Technology and healthcare sectors saw gains, while materials, utilities, and real estate sectors faced losses. Major U.S. indices, including the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq, all closed in the red. Asian markets had mixed results with significant gains in China and losses in Japan and Australia. European markets showed modest movements. Commodities saw mixed trading with slight increases in crude oil and natural gas, while gold and silver declined.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

February 06, 2024 | 11:53 am

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