iShares MSCI Brazil Small-Cap ETFEWZS
EWZS
0
Funds holding %
of 6,810 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
150% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $60K | Put options by funds: $24K
8.8% less ownership
Funds ownership: 15.08% [Q2] → 6.28% (-8.8%) [Q3]
21% less funds holding
Funds holding: 28 [Q2] → 22 (-6) [Q3]
58% less repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 5 | Existing positions reduced: 12
60% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $21.2M [Q2] → $8.49M (-$12.7M) [Q3]
80% less first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 1 | Existing positions closed: 5
100% less funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 1 [Q2] → 0 (-1) [Q3]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for EWZS.
Financial journalist opinion
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 weeks ago
EWZS: Turnaround Is Possible But I'd Prefer To Wait
EWZS's poor performance is attributable to the depreciation of the Brazilian Real. The US-China trade war can boost Brazil's exports to China and help the BRL stabilize. Further interest rate hikes are expected in Brazil due to the rising government debt. Monetary tightening can also support the BRL.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
4 months ago
EWZS: A Unique Small-Cap Way To Play Brazil
Investing in Brazil has been challenging due to US tech stock dominance, but long-term potential exists. Consider investing in small-cap Brazilian stocks like EWZS to capture domestic growth and economic activity. EWZS offers exposure to various industries in Brazil, with a focus on industrials and consumer discretionary sectors.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
4 months ago
Country Small-Cap ETFs
India small-caps only recently took the lead on the US, with a big jump higher over the last 18 months or so. Small-caps in other countries have been poor options for US investors relative to owning something like the S&P 500 ETF.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
4 months ago
4 Best ETFs of Last Week
Wall Street was subdued last week.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
6 months ago
FLBR: Exaggerated Pessimism Opens Up An Opportunity
FLBR: Exaggerated Pessimism Opens Up An Opportunity
Positive
Seeking Alpha
6 months ago
EWZS: Ignore The Noise And Focus On Valuation
The Brazilian stock market and real are the worst performers globally in 2024. Despite poor performance, Brazil has controlled inflation, an independent central bank, and investment opportunities. With an attractive ROE and a very cheap P/E, the ETF looks like a great opportunity.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
6 months ago
EWZS: High Risk, High Reward
EWZS provides exposure to Brazilian small-cap stocks, offering diversification across various segments with differing risk profiles. The current valuation of EWZS suggests it is undervalued, presenting an opportunity for potential appreciation amid improving macroeconomic conditions. Risks include domestic macroeconomic scenario, fiscal policy uncertainty, and potential impact of tighter monetary policies on company profits.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
9 months ago
Emerging Markets Growth Remains Solid Amid Intensifying Inflationary Pressures
Emerging markets continued to expand at a solid pace midway into the first quarter of 2024, supported by broad-based expansion across both manufacturing and service sectors.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
10 months ago
Enter The Dragon: Parsing Lunar New Year Opportunities Among Emerging Markets
China and Hong Kong markets had a humbling 2023 with equities down more than 10%. Beijing has also begun stepping up tourism and travel promotions, granting visa-free entry to 11 countries, with Singapore and Thailand the latest to be included.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
11 months ago
EWZS: Mixed Macro Signals Add To Volatility For Brazil Small Caps
The iShares MSCI Brazil Small-Cap ETF offers exposure to a diverse group of Brazilian companies well-positioned for long-term growth. Weakness from China as Brazil's major trading partner is hitting sentiment across emerging markets. We highlight current trends in the Brazilian economy and expect volatility to continue.
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