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iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF (QUAL) Price, Holdings, & News

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$157.18
-1.14 (-0.72%)
(As of 04/17/2024 ET)
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Today's Range
$156.85
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$159.30
50-Day Range
$155.66
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$165.37
52-Week Range
$71.96
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$88.63
Volume
1.17 million shs
Average Volume
N/A
Market Capitalization
$41.13 billion
Assets Under Management
$41.51 billion
Dividend Yield
1.15%
Net Expense Ratio
0.15%
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About iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF (BATS:QUAL)

The iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF (QUAL) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the MSCI USA Sector Neutral Quality index. The fund tracks an index of US large- and mid-cap stocks, selected and weighted by high ROE, stable earnings growth and low debt\u002Fequity, relative to peers in each sector. QUAL was launched on Jul 18, 2013 and is managed by BlackRock.

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Fund Details

Issuer
iShares
Fund Name
iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Stock Exchange
BATS
Current Symbol
BATS:QUAL
Inception Date
6/16/2013
Fund Manager
Jennifer Hsui, Paul Whitehead, Greg Savage, Amy Whitelaw
Web
N/A
Phone
N/A

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Equity
Benchmark
MSCI USA Sector Neutral Quality Index
Category
Broad Equity
Focus
Strategy
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
North America
Number of Holdings
130

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$41.51 billion
Average Daily Volume
$1.26 million
Discount/Premium
-0.03%

Administrator, Advisor and Custodian

Administrator
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Advisor
BlackRock Fund Advisors
Custodian
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Distributor
BlackRock Investments, LLC
Transfer Agent
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Trustee
N/A
Lead Market Maker
Susquehanna

Options

Optionable
Optionable
Options Volume
48
Put Options
4
Call Options
44

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
261,650,000
Beta
1.04
Creation Unit
50,000
Creation Fee
$306.00
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iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF Expenses

TypeQUALStrategy ETFsEquity ETFsBATS ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.15%0.46%0.54%0.56%0.51%
Other Expenses0.00%0.42%0.54%0.51%0.58%
Total Expense0.15%0.61%0.70%0.68%0.70%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.44%-0.55%-0.34%-0.57%
Net Expense0.15%0.51%0.60%0.63%0.58%

iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF (QUAL) Holdings & Exposure

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Should I Buy iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF Stock? QUAL Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF:

  • The iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF (QUAL) provides broad exposure to the Style Box - All Cap Blend category of the market, offering diversification across different market segments.
  • QUAL is a smart beta exchange-traded fund, which means it aims to outperform traditional market-cap-weighted indices by selecting stocks based on factors like quality, value, or momentum.
  • Investors can benefit from QUAL's focus on quality factors, which typically include profitability, stability, and earnings quality of the underlying companies.
  • QUAL's debut in 2013 indicates a track record of performance and stability in the market, making it a reliable choice for long-term investors.
  • Considering recent market trends, QUAL's current stock price is positioned favorably for potential growth opportunities, providing investors with a chance to capitalize on market movements.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF for these reasons:

  • As with any investment, there are risks associated with QUAL, including market volatility, economic downturns, and specific risks related to the quality factor strategy it follows.
  • QUAL's performance may be impacted by changes in interest rates, inflation, or other macroeconomic factors that can influence the overall market sentiment.
  • Investors should carefully assess their investment goals and risk tolerance before considering QUAL, as it may not align with short-term trading strategies or aggressive growth objectives.
  • While QUAL aims to outperform traditional indices, there is no guarantee of success, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
  • Investors should monitor the ETF's expense ratio and management fees, as these costs can affect overall returns and should be considered when evaluating the investment's potential benefits.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

QUAL ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have QUAL shares performed in 2024?

iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF's stock was trading at $147.14 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, QUAL shares have increased by 6.8% and is now trading at $157.18.
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What does QUAL invest in?

iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF is a equity fund issued by iShares. QUAL focuses on strategy investments and follows the MSCI USA Sector Neutral Quality Index. The fund's investments total to approximately $41.51 billion assets under management.

What stocks does iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF hold?

QUAL invests in 130 holdings. Some of the stocks in their portfolio include NVIDIA (NVDA), Meta Platforms (META), Visa (V), Microsoft (MSFT), Mastercard (MA), Broadcom (AVGO), Eli Lilly and Company (LLY), Apple (AAPL), ConocoPhillips (COP) and NIKE (NKE).

What is the management fee for iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF?

iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF's management fee is 0.15% and has no other recorded expenses or fee waivers. The net expense ratio for QUAL is 0.15%.

What other stocks do shareholders of iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF investors own include Pfizer (PFE), AT&T (T), Exxon Mobil (XOM), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Crown Castle (CCI), NextEra Energy (NEE), Procter & Gamble (PG), Chevron (CVX), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) and NIKE (NKE).

Who are iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF's major shareholders?

iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF's stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include Park Avenue Securities LLC (0.86%), Orgel Wealth Management LLC (0.25%), Unison Advisors LLC (0.21%), Schoolcraft Capital LLC (0.17%), Howard Financial Services LTD. (0.14%) and Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC (0.12%).

How do I buy shares of iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF?

Shares of QUAL stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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This page (BATS:QUAL) was last updated on 4/18/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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