iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF vs iShares Russell 2000 ETF — how do they compare? iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF trades at $28.04, while iShares Russell 2000 ETF trades at $297.23. The key difference: iShares Russell 2000 ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EWM | IWM | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | — |
52-Week High | $30.42 | $300.45 |
52-Week Low | $23.49 | $214.95 |
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IWM trades at $295.80, up 0.46% with a bullish technical signal from moving averages. The ETF has gained 22.1% year-to-date, outperforming large-cap benchmarks. Recent news highlights small-cap strength amid shifting rate expectations, though some analysts warn of valuation traps. Support sits at $294 with resistance at $297.
Outlook remains positive for small-cap exposure if economic expansion continues, but risks include higher volatility and sensitivity to interest rates. The expense ratio of 0.19% compares to peers, and dividend yield is minimal. Investors should weigh growth potential against inherent small-cap risks.
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EWM tracks the MSCI Malaysia Index, providing exposure to the Malaysian equity market. It offers a diversified portfolio of large and mid-sized companies across various sectors in Malaysia.
Read more on EWM →The ETF is designed to track the performance of the securities and the stocks in the Russell 2000 Index. To maintain the composition and weightings, the advisor adjusts the ETF from time to time to conform to periodic changes in the index target.
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