EFAV — iShares MSCI EAFE Min Vol Factor ETF
US Quality / Factor Ranked #193 of 458 tracked ETFs · Issued by iShares
EFAV Price Performance — Growth of $10,000
Value of a $10,000 investment in EFAV over time, compared with SPY. Both lines are rebased to $10,000 on the first shared date. Based on total returns — prices are adjusted for dividends and splits, so this assumes distributions were reinvested. Hover or tap the chart for exact values.
EFAV Drawdown
The "underwater" chart: EFAV's decline from its highest prior value at each point in time. It shows how deep past losses ran and how long the fund took to recover to break-even.
What If You'd Invested in EFAV?
See what a lump sum in EFAV would have grown to, with the option to add a regular monthly contribution on top. Figures use total returns — dividends are assumed reinvested.
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Overview
The iShares MSCI EAFE Min Vol Factor ETF (EFAV) operates within the US Quality / Factor category, where ETFValuer tracks a total of 16 funds. Issued by iShares, the fund holds an overall rank of #193 out of 458 tracked ETFs across all categories and carries an ETFValuer grade of C with a score of 63.1 out of 100. It charges an expense ratio of 0.2% and currently offers a dividend yield of 3.26%. With assets under management totaling $5.08 billion and a share price of $90.96, the fund demonstrates significant investor adoption relative to its category size. These metrics position the ETF as a substantial vehicle within its specific factor niche while maintaining a mid-tier standing in the broader market landscape.
Over the last day, the fund posted a return of +1.15%, followed by a slight decline of -0.10% over the past week. Monthly performance showed acceleration with a +4.55% gain, while the three-month return moderated to +1.43%. The six-month trajectory continued to improve with a +6.14% return, and year-to-date gains reached +6.94%. Annual performance strengthened further to +10.91%, extending into a three-year return of +45.13%. This progression indicates a pattern where short-term fluctuations have given way to more consistent gains over longer holding periods.
EFAV carries a Low volatility label and a beta of 0.54, suggesting the fund moves less than the broader market in both directions. A Sharpe ratio of 0.55 indicates the return generated per unit of risk taken is moderate relative to the risk-free rate. The maximum drawdown recorded for the fund is -8.75%, reflecting the largest peak-to-trough decline experienced. This combination of low beta and limited drawdown implies a defensive behavior that cushions against severe market drops while potentially lagging during sharp rallies. The risk profile aligns with the fund's minimum volatility factor strategy, prioritizing stability over aggressive growth.
AI-generated summary based on the data on this page.
EFAV Top Holdings
| # | Holding | % of Net Assets | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ENI S.P.A. | 1.68% | $91M |
| 2 | TOTALENERGIES SE | 1.67% | $90M |
| 3 | EQUINOR ASA | 1.59% | $86M |
| 4 | SHELL PLC | 1.57% | $85M |
| 5 | Iberdrola, S.A. | 1.51% | $81M |
| 6 | DBS GROUP HOLDINGS LTD | 1.47% | $80M |
| 7 | ORANGE SA | 1.43% | $77M |
| 8 | Swisscom AG | 1.41% | $76M |
| 9 | Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited | 1.40% | $76M |
| 10 | Novartis AG | 1.36% | $73M |
Holdings as of 2026-04-30 per the fund's most recent SEC N-PORT-P filing. Top 10 holdings make up 15.1% of net assets — a rough gauge of concentration risk (the higher this figure, the more the fund's return depends on a handful of names). To see how EFAV's holdings overlap with other ETFs you own or are considering, check the Stock Overlap tool.
Which Funds Overlap With EFAV
Holding two funds that own the same companies adds cost and complexity without adding much diversification. These tracked ETFs share the most names with EFAV's top 10 — IEUR overlaps most, holding 3 of the same companies as EFAV's top 10 (4.6% of EFAV's assets).
| ETF | Name | Shared Companies | EFAV Weight | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IEUR | iShares Core MSCI Europe ETF | 3 | 4.6% | SHELL PLC, Novartis AG, TOTALENERGIES SE |
| IEV | iShares Europe ETF | 3 | 4.6% | Novartis AG, SHELL PLC, TOTALENERGIES SE |
| IDV | iShares International Select Dividend ETF | 2 | 3.3% | TOTALENERGIES SE, ENI S.P.A. |
| EFV | iShares MSCI EAFE Value ETF | 2 | 3.2% | SHELL PLC, TOTALENERGIES SE |
| EZU | iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF | 2 | 3.2% | TOTALENERGIES SE, Iberdrola, S.A. |
Compares the top 10 reported holdings of each fund, so it's a floor on true overlap — two S&P 500 trackers overlap ~100% even when only 10 names are listed. Use the Stock Overlap tool to search by individual company.
Market Backdrop
10-Year Treasury Yield: 4.71% (as of 2026-07-23) — 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): 18.70 (as of 2026-07-23) — 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.
What EFAV's Fees Cost You
EFAV charges an expense ratio of 0.20% a year, deducted automatically from the fund's value. Small percentages compound into real money — adjust the figures below to see the impact on your own numbers.
Assumes a constant gross return and no additional contributions — a simplification, but it isolates exactly what the expense ratio costs. Try the full fee calculator to model contributions and compare any two funds.
EFAV Dividend Income Estimator
EFAV currently yields 3.26%. Enter an amount to see the income that implies, or set a monthly income target to see the investment it would take.
Based on the fund's current trailing yield, which varies with price and distributions — treat it as an estimate, not a guarantee. Yields are not adjusted for tax.
EFAV Liquidity, Domicile & Tax Treatment
Liquidity: Quoted bid/ask spread is 10.25% and average daily volume is 493K/day. Tighter spreads and higher volume mean lower round-trip trading costs; this is a live-market snapshot and can widen during volatile sessions. AUM of $5.08B provides ample scale, supporting tight spreads and issuer commitment to keep the fund open.
Domicile & tax treatment: EFAV is a US-domiciled, SEC-registered ('40 Act) exchange-traded fund. Dividends and capital gains distributions are reported to US investors on Form 1099-DIV, and the fund is not subject to the PFIC reporting or UCITS-specific rules that apply to Irish- or Luxembourg-domiciled funds. Non-US investors should note that US-domiciled ETFs are generally subject to 30% US withholding tax on dividends (unless reduced by treaty) and to US estate tax exposure on the position — Irish-domiciled UCITS ETFs tracking the same index often avoid both, which is why non-US residents frequently prefer the UCITS equivalent where one exists. This is general information, not tax advice — consult a tax professional for your situation.
EFAV Performance History
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1-Day | +1.15% |
| 1-Week | -0.10% |
| 1-Month | +4.55% |
| 3-Month | +1.43% |
| 6-Month | +6.14% |
| YTD | +6.94% |
| 1-Year | +10.91% |
| 3-Year | +45.13% |
How EFAV Compares to Other US Quality / Factor ETFs
| Rank | Grade | Ticker | Name | 1-Year | Exp. Ratio | AUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #8 | B+ |
VLUE | iShares MSCI USA Value Factor ETF | +70.30% | 0.15% | $10.6B |
| #41 | B+ |
DYNF | iShares U.S. Equity Factor Rotation Active ETF | +21.35% | 0.26% | $38.0B |
| #44 | B+ |
SPMO | Invesco S&P 500 Momentum ETF | +29.19% | 0.13% | $22.2B |
| #72 | B |
MTUM | iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF | +28.38% | 0.15% | $29.0B |
| #82 | B |
QUAL | iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF | +17.51% | 0.15% | $45.9B |
| #87 | B |
SPHQ | Invesco S&P 500 Quality ETF | +18.42% | 0.15% | $20.4B |
| #127 | B |
VFMO | Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF ETF Shares | +29.78% | 0.13% | $1.96B |
| #130 | B |
VFVA | Vanguard U.S. Value Factor ETF Shares | +27.12% | 0.13% | $845M |
| #175 | C |
LRGF | iShares U.S. Equity Factor ETF | +15.80% | 0.08% | $3.51B |
| #193 | C |
EFAV | iShares MSCI EAFE Min Vol Factor ETF | +10.91% | 0.2% | $5.08B |
| #223 | C |
EEMV | iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Min Vol Factor ETF | +15.22% | 0.25% | $3.65B |
| #229 | C |
USMV | iShares MSCI USA Min Vol Factor ETF | +4.76% | 0.15% | $23.0B |
| #255 | C |
SPLV | Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF | +7.40% | 0.25% | $7.06B |
| #274 | C |
COWZ | Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF | +15.35% | 0.49% | $17.6B |
| #284 | C |
VFQY | Vanguard U.S. Quality Factor ETF Shares | +16.72% | 0.13% | $474M |
| #294 | C |
ACWV | iShares MSCI Global Min Vol Factor ETF | +4.84% | 0.2% | $3.24B |