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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

46.97

Mkt cap

7.1B

Volume

1M

High

47.35

P/E Ratio

14.75

52-wk high

53.07

Low

46.91

Div yield

0.03

52-wk low

44.98

Global markets showed mixed performance with U.S. indices closing higher, while Asian and European markets experienced declines. Key movements included Apple shares falling, Southwest Airlines surging due to Elliott Investment's stake, and Diamond Offshore soaring after Noble's acquisition announcement. The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain the federal funds rate. Commodities and futures showed varied performance, and the U.S. Dollar Index rose.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

June 11, 2024 | 10:59 am

U.S. stock markets ended lower due to stronger-than-expected job figures, raising concerns about potential delays in interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all closed lower. Asian markets saw gains in Japan, while European markets fell, particularly in France due to political instability. Commodities showed mixed performance, and the U.S. Dollar Index rose.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

June 10, 2024 | 10:57 am

U.S. stock markets closed higher with record highs for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, driven by strong tech stocks and positive economic indicators. Asian markets mostly gained, while European markets also saw increases. Commodities like gold and oil traded higher, and U.S. futures showed mixed results.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

June 06, 2024 | 11:08 am

U.S. stock markets closed higher on June 4th, driven by weak labor market data that fueled expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut. Most S&P 500 sectors ended higher, with notable gains in real estate, consumer staples, and information technology. Asian markets showed mixed results, while European markets advanced. Crude oil and gold showed minor gains.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

June 05, 2024 | 11:00 am

On June 3rd, U.S. stock markets showed mixed results with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq gaining modestly, while the Dow Jones declined. A technical glitch at the NYSE caused fluctuations in Berkshire Hathaway and Barrick Gold shares. U.S. construction spending and ISM manufacturing PMI data were disappointing. Asian and European markets mostly declined, with significant drops in Indian stocks due to election uncertainties. Crude oil prices fell due to OPEC+ production signals and economic concerns.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

June 04, 2024 | 10:47 am

On May 31st, the U.S. stock markets closed mixed with the Dow and S&P 500 ending higher, driven by month-end repositioning. The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure remained steady at 2.7% year-on-year in April 2024. Almost all sectors of the S&P 500 finished in the green, led by the energy sector, while the technology sector ended slightly down. Asian and European markets also saw gains, with notable increases in Japan's Nikkei 225 and India's Nifty 50. Commodities showed mixed results, with natural gas gaining significantly.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

June 03, 2024 | 11:03 am

Global markets experienced mixed performance with U.S. stocks closing in red due to rising Treasury yields and uncertainty over Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Asian markets also saw declines, while European markets showed slight gains. Crude oil prices fell below $80 again.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

May 30, 2024 | 10:42 am

U.S. stock markets closed higher on Friday, driven by positive economic data and Nvidia's strong earnings. The Nasdaq marked its fifth consecutive weekly increase. In contrast, Asian and European markets dipped, while crude oil prices advanced towards $80 per barrel.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

May 28, 2024 | 10:40 am

U.S. stock markets closed lower due to disappointing inflation data and prolonged disinflation expectations. U.S. existing home sales declined by 1.9% in April. The Fed minutes revealed concerns about persistent inflation and potential further policy tightening. Most S&P 500 sectors fell, with utilities, energy, and materials suffering the most. In Asia, Japan's Nikkei 225 gained, while Australia's S&P/ASX 200 and China's Shanghai Composite fell. European markets saw modest gains. Commodities saw mixed movements, with gold retreating from record highs.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

May 23, 2024 | 10:33 am

On May 20th, U.S. stock markets closed mixed with the Nasdaq reaching a record high and the S&P 500 rising slightly due to gains in technology stocks ahead of Nvidia’s earnings. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell. Asian and European markets dipped, with notable declines in Japan, China, and Hong Kong. Commodities like crude oil and gold also saw declines.

Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi

May 21, 2024 | 10:53 am

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