Global Financials iShares
Ishares S&P Global Financials Sector Index Fund, formerly iShares Global Financials ETF (the Fund), is an exchange-traded fund (ETF). The Fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance of companies that Standard & Poor's deems part of the financial sector of the economy and important to global markets, as represented by the S&P Global 1200 Financials Sector Index (the Index). The Index is a subset of the Standard & Poor's Global 1200 Index. The Index includes major banks, diversified financial companies, insurance companies, real estate companies, savings and loan associations, and securities brokers. The Fund invests in sectors, such as banks, insurance, diversified financials, real estate and S- T securities. The Fund’s investment advisor is BlackRock Fund Advisors (BFA). BFA is a subsidiary of BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A.
Stock Performance Snapshot
Dividend
Global Financials iShares has a dividend yield of 2.17%, which is considered average. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $21.70 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Global Exposure
Gives access to financial firms across multiple regions, which can diversify country-specific banking risks though regional cycles still matter.
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Financials often pay dividends, so the ETF may offer yield; remember dividend levels and taxes can change and are not guaranteed.
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