FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Developed Asia Index Fund (IFAS) Inception date: 11/12/2007
| The iShares FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Developed Asia Index Fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Developed Asia Index. |
| SUN HUNG KAI PROPERTIES | 11.88% |
| WESTFIELD GROUP | 10.48% |
| MITSUBISHI ESTATE CO LTD | 6.08% |
| MITSUI FUDOSAN CO LTD | 5.86% |
| CAPITALAND LTD | 3.84% |
| SUMITOMO REALTY & DEVELOPMNT | 3.71% |
| CHINA OVERSEAS LAND & INVEST | 3.61% |
| HANG LUNG PROPERTIES LTD | 3.35% |
| STOCKLAND | 3.30% |
| HENDERSON LAND DEVELOPMENT | 3.25% |
| Total | 55.37% |
| *Holdings are subject to change. | |
Sector Breakdown as of 11/6/2009 | |||||||||||||||
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Top Countries as of 11/6/2009 | |
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| Hong Kong | 38.89% |
| Japan | 25.67% |
| Australia | 24.05% |
| Singapore | 9.02% |
| China | 1.07% |
| Cayman Islands | 0.52% |
| New Zealand | 0.24% |
| Total | 99.48% |
1 Year |
3 Years |
5 Years |
10 Years |
Since Inception | |
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| IFAS | 13.62% | -- | -- | -- | -20.11% |
Index  |
13.01% | -3.58% | -- | -- | -20.23% |
Yield as of 10/30/2009 | ||
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| 30-Day SEC Yield | 2.30% | |
| Fundamentals & Risk as of 10/30/2009 | ||
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| Price to Earnings Ratio | 24.16 | |
| Price to Book Ratio | 1.48 | |
| Beta vs S&P 500 | 1.33 | |
| Standard Deviation (3 year) |
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| Profile as of 11/6/2009 | ||
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| Total Net Assets | $17,435,613 | |
| Expense Ratio | 0.48% | |
| Shares Outstanding | 600,000 | |
| Total Holdings | 69 | |
| Inception Date | 11/12/2007 | |
| Related Index | TRGASU | |
Net Asset Value as of 11/6/2009 |
$29.06
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Price as of 11/6/2009 |
$29.24
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| The performance quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when sold or redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance quoted. This information must be accompanied by standardized returns. For standardized returns and performance data current to the most recent month end, click the "Performance" tab above. | ||
| Fees & Expenses | |||
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| Management Fees | 0.48% | ||
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Acquired Fees & Expenses ‡ | 0.00% | |
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Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses | 0.48% | |
| Trading Information | ||
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| Ticker | IFAS | |
| Related Index | TRGASU | |
| NAV | IFAS.NV | |
| Underlying Trading Value | IFAS.IV | |
| Shares Outstanding | IFAS.SO | |
| Estimated Cash | IFAS.EU | |
| Total Cash | IFAS.TC | |
| CUSIP | 464288463 | |
Carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risk factors and charges and expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Funds' prospectuses, which may be obtained by calling 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737) or click here to view or download a prospectus. Read the prospectus carefully before investing.
Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal.
‡ “Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses” reflect the Fund's pro rata share of the indirect fees and expenses incurred by investing in one or more acquired funds, such as mutual funds, business development companies, or other pooled investment vehicles. Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses are reflected in the prices of the acquired funds and thus included in the total returns of the Fund.
In addition to the normal risks associated with investing, international investments may involve risk of capital loss from unfavorable fluctuation in currency values, from differences in generally accepted accounting principles or from economic or political instability in other nations. Narrowly focused investments typically exhibit higher volatility. REIT investments are subject to changes in economic conditions, credit risk and interest rate fluctuations. International real estate is subject to the status of its local economy.
The iShares Funds ("Funds") are distributed by SEI Investments Distribution Co. (SEI). Barclays Global Fund Advisors (BGFA) serves as the investment advisor to the Funds. BGFA is a subsidiary of Barclays Global Investors, N.A., a majority-owned subsidiary of Barclays Bank PLC, none of which is affiliated with SEI.
Index returns are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent actual iShares performance. Index performance returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Indexes are unmanaged and one cannot invest directly in an index. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The iShares Funds are not sponsored, endorsed, issued, sold or promoted by European Public Real Estate Association ("EPRA®") FTSE International Limited ("FTSE") or National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts ("NAREIT"). None of these companies make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the Funds. Neither SEI nor BGI, nor any of their affiliates, are affiliated with the companies listed above.
Neither FTSE nor NAREIT makes any warranty regarding the FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Global Real Estate ex-US Index, FTSE EPRA/NAREIT North America Index, FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Europe Index, or FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Asia Index; all rights vest in FTSE, NAREIT, and EPRA. "FTSE" is a trade- and servicemark of London Stock Exchange and The Financial Times Limited; "NAREIT®" is a trademark of NAREIT; "EPRA®" is a trademark of EPRA.
Shares of iShares Funds are bought and sold at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the Fund. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns.
Certain sectors and markets perform exceptionally well based on current market conditions and iShares funds can benefit from that performance. Achieving such exceptional returns involves the risk of volatility and investors should not expect that such results will be repeated.
©2009 Barclays Global Investors, N.A. All rights reserved. iShares® is a registered trademark of Barclays Global Investors, N.A. All other trademarks, service marks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal.
‡ “Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses” reflect the Fund's pro rata share of the indirect fees and expenses incurred by investing in one or more acquired funds, such as mutual funds, business development companies, or other pooled investment vehicles. Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses are reflected in the prices of the acquired funds and thus included in the total returns of the Fund.
In addition to the normal risks associated with investing, international investments may involve risk of capital loss from unfavorable fluctuation in currency values, from differences in generally accepted accounting principles or from economic or political instability in other nations. Narrowly focused investments typically exhibit higher volatility. REIT investments are subject to changes in economic conditions, credit risk and interest rate fluctuations. International real estate is subject to the status of its local economy.
The iShares Funds ("Funds") are distributed by SEI Investments Distribution Co. (SEI). Barclays Global Fund Advisors (BGFA) serves as the investment advisor to the Funds. BGFA is a subsidiary of Barclays Global Investors, N.A., a majority-owned subsidiary of Barclays Bank PLC, none of which is affiliated with SEI.
Index returns are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent actual iShares performance. Index performance returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Indexes are unmanaged and one cannot invest directly in an index. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The iShares Funds are not sponsored, endorsed, issued, sold or promoted by European Public Real Estate Association ("EPRA®") FTSE International Limited ("FTSE") or National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts ("NAREIT"). None of these companies make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in the Funds. Neither SEI nor BGI, nor any of their affiliates, are affiliated with the companies listed above.
Neither FTSE nor NAREIT makes any warranty regarding the FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Global Real Estate ex-US Index, FTSE EPRA/NAREIT North America Index, FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Europe Index, or FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Asia Index; all rights vest in FTSE, NAREIT, and EPRA. "FTSE" is a trade- and servicemark of London Stock Exchange and The Financial Times Limited; "NAREIT®" is a trademark of NAREIT; "EPRA®" is a trademark of EPRA.
Shares of iShares Funds are bought and sold at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the Fund. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns.
Certain sectors and markets perform exceptionally well based on current market conditions and iShares funds can benefit from that performance. Achieving such exceptional returns involves the risk of volatility and investors should not expect that such results will be repeated.
©2009 Barclays Global Investors, N.A. All rights reserved. iShares® is a registered trademark of Barclays Global Investors, N.A. All other trademarks, service marks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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