ACWI — iShares MSCI ACWI ETF
Global Multi-Region Ranked #25 of 120 tracked ETFs · Issued by iShares
Overview
The iShares MSCI ACWI ETF, identified by the ticker ACWI, operates within the Global Multi-Region category and is issued by iShares. With assets under management totaling $33.2 billion and a share price of $155.90, the fund demonstrates significant investor adoption relative to its peers. It holds an overall rank of #25 out of 120 tracked ETFs across all categories and has received an ETFValuer grade of B with a score of 73.3 out of 100. The fund charges an expense ratio of 0.32% while providing a dividend yield of 1.43%. This combination of substantial assets and a mid-tier ranking suggests a widely utilized vehicle for global exposure. The fund is one of three ETFs tracked in its specific Global Multi-Region category.
Over the most recent trading day, the fund recorded a decline of 0.36%, followed by a weekly loss of 0.68%. Monthly returns turned positive at +1.63%, while the three-month period saw a significant acceleration to +11.92%. The six-month return stands at +9.21%, and year-to-date performance is currently at +10.12%. Annual returns have reached +23.03%, with the three-year horizon showing a cumulative gain of +67.24%. This trajectory indicates a divergence where short-term fluctuations have given way to stronger medium and long-term growth trends.
The fund carries a Low volatility label and a beta of 0.97, suggesting price movements that are generally less aggressive than the broader market. A Sharpe ratio of 1.32 indicates that the returns generated have been efficient relative to the risk taken during the measured period. However, the maximum drawdown of -16.55% highlights the potential for significant temporary losses during market downturns. This combination of low volatility and a high Sharpe ratio implies a steady upward trend, yet the drawdown figure confirms that downside protection is not absolute. Investors should note that while the fund has managed risk well over the long term, it remains exposed to substantial corrections.
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ACWI Top Holdings
| # | Holding | % of Net Assets | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NVIDIA CORPORATION | 4.88% | $1.53B |
| 2 | APPLE INC. | 4.01% | $1.26B |
| 3 | MICROSOFT CORPORATION | 2.90% | $906M |
| 4 | AMAZON.COM, INC. | 2.57% | $804M |
| 5 | ALPHABET INC. | 2.25% | $705M |
| 6 | BROADCOM INC. | 1.89% | $593M |
| 7 | ALPHABET INC. | 1.87% | $585M |
| 8 | Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | 1.73% | $541M |
| 9 | META PLATFORMS, INC. | 1.34% | $420M |
| 10 | TESLA, INC. | 1.09% | $340M |
Holdings as of 2026-04-30 per the fund's most recent SEC N-PORT-P filing.
Market Backdrop
10-Year Treasury Yield: 4.55% (as of 2026-07-07) — The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds — the standard "risk-free rate" benchmark used to contextualize this fund’s Sharpe ratio and returns.
CBOE Volatility Index (VIX): 16.13 (as of 2026-07-07) — A real-time gauge of expected S&P 500 volatility over the next 30 days — useful context for this fund’s own volatility label.
Federal Funds Rate: 3.63% (as of 2026-06-01) — The Federal Reserve’s target policy rate, which anchors short-term borrowing costs across the economy.
Trade-Weighted US Dollar Index: 120.69 (as of 2026-07-02) — Measures the US dollar’s strength against major trading-partner currencies — dollar moves directly affect the US-dollar value of this fund’s international holdings.
ACWI Performance History
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1-Day | -0.36% |
| 1-Week | -0.68% |
| 1-Month | +1.63% |
| 3-Month | +11.92% |
| 6-Month | +9.21% |
| YTD | +10.12% |
| 1-Year | +23.03% |
| 3-Year | +67.24% |
How ACWI Compares to Other Global Multi-Region ETFs
| Rank | Grade | Ticker | Name | 1-Year | Exp. Ratio | AUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #12 | B+ |
VT | Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares | +23.28% | 0.06% | $96.8B |
| #13 | B+ |
VXUS | Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares | +26.61% | 0.05% | $650B |
| #25 | B |
ACWI | iShares MSCI ACWI ETF | +23.03% | 0.32% | $33.2B |