iShares MSCI EAFE ETF Price & Performance (EFA)

The iShares ESG Advanced MSCI EAFE Index ETF (XDSR:CA) has released updated trading plans for long-term investors. The buy target is set near $61.44 with a sell target of $63.25. Meanwhile, the fund's long-term rating remains neutral, reflecting a cautious outlook for the ETF's performance in the coming months.1

The iShares MSCI EAFE Growth ETF (EFG) is gaining attention for its international growth focus. With a portfolio of 351 stocks, the fund offers broad exposure to developed markets. Despite a slightly higher expense ratio, EFG provides a strategic option for diversification as global markets outperform U.S. equities this year.2

The Bank of New York Mellon Corp increased its holdings in iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF (ESGD) by 2.5% in Q4, now owning 175,990 shares worth $13.4 million. This move reflects growing institutional interest in ESG-focused ETFs, which emphasize environmental, social, and governance principles in developed markets.3