iShares MSCI ACWI ETF

ACWI

Market cap $22.6B

Overview Fund Activity

136.97 USD

-0.13

0.09%

At close Updated Sep 17, 4:00 PM EDT

Pre-market

After hours

137.59

+0.62

0.45%

1 day

-0.09%

5 days

0.85%

1 month

2.67%

3 months

10.24%

6 months

15.47%

Year to date

16.8%

1 year

17.58%

5 years

69.81%

10 years

142.85%

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Funds holding %

of 7,463 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q2 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

148% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 77 | Existing positions closed: 31

93% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $325M | Put options by funds: $168M

29% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 262 | Existing positions reduced: 203

6% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $8.71B [Q1] → $9.23B (+$519M) [Q2]

5% more funds holding

Funds holding: 672 [Q1] → 704 (+32) [Q2]

4.83% less ownership

Funds ownership: 46.34% [Q1] → 41.51% (-4.83%) [Q2]

6% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 48 [Q1] → 45 (-3) [Q2]

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Financial journalist opinion

ACWI: A Global ETF With U.S.-Sized Valuation Risks

U.S. valuations are historically high, with average P/E ratios near 30x, which could lead to disappointing returns over the medium term. ACWI offers global diversification, but still allocates over 60% to the U.S., the top holdings are concentrated in expensive mega-cap tech stocks. The top 20 holdings are trading at an average P/E ratio of 43x, while the average holding demands a 30x earnings multiple.

ACWI: A Global ETF With U.S.-Sized Valuation Risks

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Zacks Investment Research

What's Powering Global ETFs to New Record Highs?

Global equities hit a record high as AI optimism, easing trade tensions, and solid global data drive ETF momentum worldwide.

What's Powering Global ETFs to New Record Highs?

ACWI: The Global Diversification Standard

ACWI offers unmatched global equity diversification, covering 85% of global market cap across 23 developed and 26 emerging markets at a low 0.32% fee. This ETF is ideal for investors seeking broad, hassle-free exposure to global equities, serving as a strong portfolio core or anchor. While ACWI guarantees average market returns, it removes the need to time regions or sectors, providing peace of mind and simplicity.

ACWI: The Global Diversification Standard

Zacks Investment Research

Top ETF Stories of Q1 2025

Wall Street experienced massive volatility in the first quarter of 2025, largely due to trade uncertainty. International economies and gold outperformed.

Top ETF Stories of Q1 2025

The Global Economy Is in for a World of Hurt. How to Find Profits.

A more balanced portfolio can handle somber U.S. equity performance, as long as strong equity returns from abroad continue.

The Global Economy Is in for a World of Hurt. How to Find Profits.

ACWI: Healthy Rotation Among Global Stocks, Buy The Dip (Rating Upgrade)

I am upgrading ACWI from a hold to a buy, citing its decent valuation and improved risk/reward profile despite recent market volatility. ACWI's P/E ratio has retreated to under 18, and its forward 12-month yield is 1.83%, outperforming the S&P 500's yield. The ETF is well-diversified, with less concentration in US stocks and significant international equity positions, enhancing its stability.

ACWI: Healthy Rotation Among Global Stocks, Buy The Dip (Rating Upgrade)

ACWV Vs. ACWI: A Choice Of Long-Term Performance Over Downside Protection

ACWI has a high exposure to value stocks, providing stability but underperforming growth-oriented funds like ACWI. ACWV's higher exposure to defensive sectors and lower exposure to technology limits its ability to outperform ACWI in the long run. ACWV is ideal for risk-averse investors seeking stability, but less suitable for those aiming for strong long-term returns.

ACWV Vs. ACWI: A Choice Of Long-Term Performance Over Downside Protection

ACWI: Global Stocks Face Seasonal Pressure, High-Teens P/E

I maintain a hold rating on ACWI due to its lukewarm valuation and anticipated near-term volatility, especially with bearish seasonal trends and technical signals. ACWI trades near 18x earnings, with 2025 earnings growth expected at 13.6% in 2025, but its valuation is on the high side. The ETF offers better equity and style diversification compared to the S&P 500, with significant exposure to Information Technology and Financials sectors.

ACWI: Global Stocks Face Seasonal Pressure, High-Teens P/E

Global Economic Outlook: How We Got Here; Where Are We Going?

Panel discussion with Seeking Alpha's Steven Cress, KPMG U.S.'s Kenneth Kim; Invesco's Kristina Hooper; and Principal Asset Management CEO, Kamal Bhatia. Fed moves and how central banks have dominated markets.

Global Economic Outlook: How We Got Here; Where Are We Going?

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