iShares MSCI South Africa ETF vs Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF — how do they compare? iShares MSCI South Africa ETF trades at $63, while Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF trades at $88.91. The key difference: Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, iShares MSCI South Africa ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EZA | MGK | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $81.60 | $92.06 |
52-Week Low | $53.05 | $70.70 |
Trailing returns across standard periods
EZA is a country-specific ETF that tracks the South African equity market. It provides exposure to large and mid-cap companies across key sectors like materials and financials, with top holdings such as AngloGold Ashanti and Naspers.
Read more on EZA →MGK is an ETF that seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Mega Cap Growth Index. It provides a low-cost, diversified exposure to the largest growth companies in the U.S. stock market. The fund is composed of mega-cap stocks that exhibit key growth factors, including high expected long-term earnings growth, high historical sales and earnings growth, and high return on assets. MGK is typically used by investors seeking long-term capital appreciation from market-leading firms.
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