Comparison of ETFs: The iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (IEFA) focuses on developed markets outside the U.S. and Canada, while the Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US ETF (VEU) includes both developed and emerging markets, with IEFA having a slightly higher expense ratio and dividend yield.
Sector Allocation and Holdings: IEFA's portfolio is concentrated in Financial Services, Industrials, and Healthcare, with top holdings like ASML and Nestlé, whereas VEU has a broader sector reach with significant investments in Taiwan Semiconductor, Tencent, and Alibaba.
Performance and Returns: Since 2012, both ETFs have shown similar total returns, with IEFA rising 162% and VEU 142%, and they share several top holdings, indicating a comparable investment profile.
Dividend Growth: IEFA has outperformed VEU in terms of dividend growth, with a 10.5% annual increase over the last five years compared to VEU's 8.6%, making IEFA potentially more attractive for income-focused investors.
Wall Street analysts forecast IEFA stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for IEFA is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Wall Street analysts forecast IEFA stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for IEFA is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
