iShares MSCI Australia ETF vs iShares Semiconductor ETF — how do they compare? iShares MSCI Australia ETF trades at $30.23, while iShares Semiconductor ETF trades at $551.8. The key difference: iShares MSCI Australia ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, iShares Semiconductor ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EWA | SOXX | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Sector/Thematic |
52-Week High | $30.41 | $655.01 |
52-Week Low | $24.95 | $241.68 |
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EWA tracks the MSCI Australia Index, providing broad exposure to large and mid-cap companies in the Australian equity market. It is structurally dominated by the financial and materials sectors, serving as a key instrument for investors seeking a single-country view of Australia's resource-rich and stable economy.
Read more on EWA →SOXX provides investors with exposure to U.S. companies that design, manufacture, and distribute semiconductors. It tracks the ICE Semiconductor Index, offering a targeted investment in the technology sector's foundational components, including firms that produce chips, related equipment, and services. SOXX is a key vehicle for investors seeking to capitalize on trends in artificial intelligence, 5G, and other technologies that rely heavily on advanced semiconductor technology.
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