Comparison of ETFs: The Schwab International Equity ETF (SCHF) offers a higher dividend yield (3.5%) compared to the iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (IEFA) at 2.9%, while SCHF has a lower expense ratio of 0.03% versus IEFA's 0.07%.
Volatility and Holdings: IEFA holds more stocks (2,600) and has a lower beta, indicating less volatility, while SCHF has a more concentrated portfolio with 1,501 companies, focusing on broad diversification.
Sector Exposure: Both ETFs have significant exposure to financial services (22-24%) and similar top holdings, including ASML and Roche, but differ in their sector allocations, with SCHF leaning more towards technology.
Investment Appeal: Both funds are suitable for investors seeking international exposure, but SCHF may attract those focused on lower costs and higher income, while IEFA offers broader market coverage.
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.
