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EWQ ETF · iShares MSCI France ETF
The iShares MSCI France ETF, known by its ticker symbol EWQ, is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that provides exposure to a diversified spectrum of large and mid-sized companies located in France. Managed by BlackRock, EWQ follows the performance of the MSCI France Index.
EWQ comprises sectors such as Consumer Discretionary, Health Care, Industrials, and Financials among others. It allows investors to gain insights into France's financial markets without the necessity to individually own the underlying securities. Acting as a proxy for the French economy, this ETF represents a cross-section of France's institutional-grade public companies.
iShares MSCI France ETF offers potential benefits including diversification, transparency of holdings, and tradability.
To track the latest data on EWQ's performance metrics such as net asset value (NAV), assets under management (AUM), year-to-date return (YTD), and top holdings among others, investors can monitor Trackinsight.com and BlackRock's official sites. Remember that it is always recommended to conduct thorough due diligence or consult with a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Performance & flows
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -6.46%  | -4.01% | +11.21% | +24.22% | +44.51%  | +0.62% | +0.62% | -3.15% | |
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Key fund info
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Risk profile
Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | -4.01% | +11.21% | +24.22% | +44.51% |
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Exposure
Sustainability
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Our partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about EWQ ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
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.
EWQ’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either C+, C, C-, or D.
Replication
Issuer
| AuM | ||
|---|---|---|
IVV | iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | €629.43B |
IEFA | iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF | €148.47B |
AGG | iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | €118.75B |
IEMG | iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF | €117.32B |
CSSPX | iShares Core S&P 500 UCITS ETF | €111.03B |
Frequently asked questions about EWQ
What does iShares MSCI France ETF, EWQ, invest in?
EWQ is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap French Equities.
Which benchmark or index does EWQ replicate?
EWQ tracks the MSCI France Net Total Return Index - USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of EWQ?
EWQ carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.5%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was EWQ launched?
EWQ was introduced to the market on March 12, 1996. It trades on United States
Who is the ETF issuer of EWQ?
iShares MSCI France ETF, EWQ, is provided by iShares. Learn more about iShares here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of EWQ?
EWQ oversees €355M in assets as of April 2, 2026.
How has EWQ performed lately?
Based on data from April 2, 2026, EWQ returned -6.46% over the past month, -4.01% over the last three months and -3.15% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for EWQ?
As of April 2, 2026, EWQ recorded net flows of +€52M over the last month and +€28M year-to-date.
Does EWQ distribute dividends?
EWQ follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of April 2, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 2.72%.
What are the main country or region exposures of EWQ?
As of February 28, 2026, EWQ has significant geographic allocations in France, Netherlands and Luxembourg.
In which sector or theme does EWQ invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, EWQ focuses largely on Industrials, Consumer Discretionary and Financials.
How many securities does EWQ hold and how diversified is it?
As of February 28, 2026, EWQ holds 56 positions in its portfolio, with 72.00% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in EWQ?
As of February 28, 2026, EWQ top three holdings include SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC SE, LVMH MOET HENNESSY LOUIS VUITT and TOTALENERGIES SE.
What is the base currency of EWQ?
The base currency of EWQ is USD.
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