Overview
Description
The iShares MSCI Min Vol Canada ETF is an exchange-traded fund that seeks to track the investment performance of the MSCI Canada Minimum Volatility Index. This ETF is designed to offer investors exposure to Canadian equities with the goal of reducing investment volatility over the long term. The fund selectively includes stocks that historically exhibit lower volatility compared to the broader Canadian market, often appealing to investors seeking stability in equity returns.
Primarily, the ETF focuses on large and mid-cap Canadian companies across various sectors, such as financials, materials, and industrials, that demonstrate lower risk profiles. By doing so, it aims to provide a more stable performance, particularly during market downturns. The iShares MSCI Min Vol Canada ETF plays a significant role for investors looking for a balanced exposure to Canadian equities, while attempting to minimize the volatility typically associated with stock markets.
Managed by iShares, one of the leading global providers of ETFs, the fund offers diversification across the Canadian equity landscape. This ETF serves as a strategic tool for those looking to balance risk and return while maintaining exposure to Canada's economic growth.
About
Address
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Phone
1-800-474-2737
Website
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Instrument type
ETF
Country
Canada
MIC code
XTSE