iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF Price & Performance (SCZ)

Institutional investors are increasingly turning to international ETFs for diversification. Victory Capital Management recently boosted its holdings in the iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF by 10.1% in Q4 2024. This trend reflects growing confidence in global markets, particularly in Europe and Asia, where small-cap equities have shown strong performance.12

Over the past six months, global markets have outpaced U.S. equities. The Shanghai Composite surged 22%, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng jumped 39%. This trend suggests investors are shifting focus to international markets, seeking opportunities in regions with robust economic recovery and promising growth prospects.34

Morningstar's latest analysis highlights top-performing global ETFs for Canadian investors. Funds like the iShares Core MSCI All Country World ex-Canada Index ETF and Vanguard FTSE Global All-Cap ex-Canada Index ETF offer low-cost exposure to global equities. Both have delivered competitive returns, appealing to those seeking diversified international portfolios.56