Highlights

  • EFV targets developed market equities outside the United States and Canada with value characteristics.
  • The published expense ratio is 0.31%.
  • The fund's distribution frequency is semi-annual.

iShares MSCI EAFE Value ETF (Cboe BZX:EFV) seeks exposure to developed market equities outside the United States and Canada with value characteristics. With net asset value of USD 79.27 per share as of 2 November 2026, the fund reported net Assets of USD 30,471,274,126 as of 2 November 2026. Its Investment approach centres on tracking the MSCI EAFE Value index (Net).

Valuation Selection Within an International Boundary

The value mandate narrows an international developed market universe using valuation characteristics. Companies can trade at lower valuations for different reasons, including uncertain Earnings or difficult industry conditions. Country allocation and sector weights influence how that selection translates into economic exposure. A pronounced financial sector position, for example, makes lending conditions and Balance Sheet quality relevant alongside the valuation framework.

Portfolio Composition and Exposure

EFV reported 395 holdings as of 2 November 2026. This count describes the portfolio at that date and can change as securities enter or leave the fund. It does not indicate that each position carries the same weight.

The published exposure breakdown as of 2 November 2026 included Financials at 37.90% and Consumer Staples at 9.82%. These allocations show where a meaningful part of the portfolio's exposure was concentrated. The percentages can change with market values and portfolio adjustments.

Fees and Distribution Policy

EFV lists an expense ratio of 0.31%. This is an ongoing fund cost, rather than a charge covering every expense of buying or selling shares. Brokerage charges and the difference between buying and selling prices can add to an investor's transaction costs. Fund shares trade on Cboe BZX at market prices, which may differ from net asset value.

The stated distribution frequency is semi-annual. That schedule describes the timing framework for payments and does not establish a fixed amount. Distributions depend on the fund's available income and applicable distribution decisions. A cash payment also needs to be considered alongside changes in the value of the investment.

Key Insights

Low valuations can persist when earnings weaken. Currency changes, sector concentration and overseas policy decisions can also affect the Market Value of an international value allocation. EFV combines international developed equities with a value preference, making the Business reasons behind valuations and the resulting industry concentration important to its interpretation.