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XSEM ETF · iShares ESG Aware MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF
The XSEM Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by iShares. It is built to track an index: MSCI Emerging Markets Extended ESG Focus Index. The XSEM ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 292 underlying holdings. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
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This fund is part ofEmerging Market Blended Cap1M perf.-8.56%
Last price
$27.95
+1.05%
1M perf.
-8.77%
1M flows
-€41M
AuM
€3.13B
E/R
0.34%
Rating
ESG Consensus®
XSEM
$27.95
+1.05%
Performance & flows
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XSEM
$27.47
+4.01%
Emerging Market Blended Cap
+3.81%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -8.77%  | +4.01%  | +25.04%  | +57.81% | +32.78% | -8.57% | +2.80% | +2.80% | |
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Main characteristics
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NAV
3/24/2026
$27.47
1D NAV change
+2.09%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Other
No. of holdings
292
Inception date
3/18/2019
Jurisdiction
Canada
Distribution
Canada
Legal structure
Open-end Fund
Base currency
CAD
Dividend distribution
Trailing 12-month distr. yield
Distribution frequency
Last distribution
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Classification
Product type
Asset class
Factors
N/A
Investment strategy
The ETF has been designed to provide investors with exposure to the performance of an environmental, social and governance (ESG)-oriented index selected at the discretion of BlackRock. The current ESG-oriented index for the ETF is MSCI Emerging Markets Extended ESG Focus Index.
Tax optimisation
PEA
France
UK Reporting Status
United Kingdom
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Risk profile
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Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +4.01% | +25.04% | +57.81% | +32.78% |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Countries
Taiwan
23.31%
Republic of Korea
18.81%
Cayman Islands
12.70%
India
11.64%
China
9.17%
South Africa
3.78%
Brazil
3.41%
Malaysia
2.58%
Unavailable
0.43%
Other
14.18%
Sectors
Information Technology
34.02%
Financials
24.14%
Consumer Discretionary
9.07%
Communication Services
8.57%
Materials
4.52%
Industrials
4.06%
Consumer Staples
2.43%
Energy
2.36%
Unavailable
6.19%
Other
4.65%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 292
Top 15 holdings
Data as of February 28, 2026
TWN SEMICONT MAN
SAMSUNG ELECTR
SK HYNIX
TENCENT HOLDINGS
ALIBABA GROUP HOLDING LTD
CHINA CONSTRUCTION BANK
HDFC BANK
CHUNGHWA TELECOM
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SAMSUNG ELEC-1P PRF
DELTA ELECTRONIC
AL RAJHI BANK
RELIANCE INDUSTRIES
PING AN
MEDIATEK INC
GOLD FIELDS
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Integrates ESG criteria
Yes
SDG
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Data as of December 31, 2025
MethodologyOur partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about XSEM ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus®
ESG Consensus® is based on the Final Sustainability Grade, which itself consists of 10 grades. Our partner Conser calculates the exact grade, based on market intelligence, using their proprietary ESG Consensus® methodology.
XSEM’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either B+, B, or B-.
A+
A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
C
C-
D
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81.96% of holdings have positive scoring
18.47% of holdings have negative scoring
20.42%
44.61%
16.93%
15.49%
Consensus levels
Strong
Medium
Weak
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Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of February 27, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
Replication information
Index
MSCI Emerging Markets Extended ESG Focus Net Return Index - CAD
Index ticker
NC719473 Index
Index dividend policy
NTR
Replication method
Replication model
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iShares
iShares ID Card
Number of funds
1720
Total AuM
€4.82T
Expense ratio range
0.03% - 1.51%
Average expense ratio
0.285%
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Frequently asked questions about XSEM
What does iShares ESG Aware MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF, XSEM, invest in?
XSEM is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Other Large and Mid-Cap Emerging markets Equities.
Which benchmark or index does XSEM replicate?
XSEM tracks the MSCI Emerging Markets Extended ESG Focus Net Return Index - CAD, through a replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of XSEM?
XSEM carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.34%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was XSEM launched?
XSEM was introduced to the market on March 18, 2019. It trades on Canada
Who is the ETF issuer of XSEM?
iShares ESG Aware MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF, XSEM, is provided by iShares. Learn more about iShares here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of XSEM?
XSEM oversees €3.13B in assets as of March 24, 2026.
How has XSEM performed lately?
Based on data from March 24, 2026, XSEM returned -8.77% over the past month, 4.01% over the last three months and 2.80% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for XSEM?
As of March 24, 2026, XSEM recorded net flows of -€41M over the last month and +€113M year-to-date.
Does XSEM distribute dividends?
XSEM follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of March 24, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 1.76%.
What are the main country or region exposures of XSEM?
As of February 28, 2026, XSEM has significant geographic allocations in Taiwan, Republic of Korea and Cayman Islands.
In which sector or theme does XSEM invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, XSEM focuses largely on Information Technology, Financials and Consumer Discretionary.
How many securities does XSEM hold and how diversified is it?
As of February 28, 2026, XSEM holds 292 positions in its portfolio, with 39.26% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in XSEM?
As of February 28, 2026, XSEM top three holdings include TWN SEMICONT MAN, SAMSUNG ELECTR and SK HYNIX.
What is the base currency of XSEM?
The base currency of XSEM is CAD.
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