EPHE Profile
The
iShares MSCI Philippines ETF (EPHE) is an exchange-traded fund that
tracks the investment results of the MSCI Philippines Investable
Market Index. This index is designed to measure the performance of the
large-, mid-, and small-cap segments of the Philippine equity market.
EPHE's portfolio consists of 40 companies with a focus on consumer
discretionary, financials, and industrials sectors. The top three
holdings of the ETF are SM Investments Corporation, Ayala Land, Inc.,
and Ayala Corporation. As of September 2021, the ETF had net assets of
around $1.1 billion and an expense ratio of 0.59%.
Investing in
EPHE provides exposure to the growing Philippine economy, which is the
34th largest in the world, with a population of around 110 million
people. The country has a large and youthful workforce, which is
attracting foreign investors and contributing to the country's
economic growth.
However, investing in EPHE comes with risks,
as the country is vulnerable to political instability, natural
disasters, and economic shocks. The Philippine stock market can also
be volatile and subject to currency fluctuations, which can impact
returns for foreign investors.
Overall, EPHE may be suitable
for investors looking to diversify their portfolio with exposure to
the Philippine equity market, but it is important to carefully
consider the risks before
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