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iShares MSCI Israel ETF · by BlackRock
Price
₪124.96
YTD return
+12.50%
1Y return
18.20%
Expense ratio
0.58%
Dividend yield
1.20%
AUM
$180M
EIS provides exposure to the Israeli equity market, known for its technology and innovation focus. Israel is often called the "Startup Nation" due to its high concentration of technology companies and venture capital activity.
EIS: Investing in the Startup Nation
The iShares MSCI Israel ETF provides access to one of the world's most innovation-intensive economies. Israel has the highest concentration of startups and venture capital investment per capita globally, and its public markets reflect this technology and innovation focus.
Technology Leadership
Israel's technology sector spans cybersecurity, fintech, medtech, agritech, and artificial intelligence. Companies like Check Point Software, CyberArk, and Wix have become global leaders in their respective niches. Many global tech giants including Intel, Google, and Apple maintain major R&D centers in Israel.
Market Composition
Unlike many country ETFs dominated by financials and commodities, Israel's market is heavily weighted toward technology and healthcare. This gives EIS a growth-oriented profile that is more correlated with global tech trends than regional economic conditions.
Geopolitical Risk
Israel faces unique geopolitical risks that can impact equity valuations. Regional security situations, diplomatic developments, and domestic politics can create periods of elevated volatility. However, the Israeli market has historically demonstrated resilience and recovery from geopolitical events.
Top holdings
Every holding links to its own page with a live price and the full list of funds that own it.
| # | Holding | Ticker | Sector | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Check Point Software | CHKP | Technology | 8.50% | $129.05 -0.36% |
| 2 | CyberArk Software | CYBR | Technology | 5.20% | — |
| 3 | Wix.com | WIX | Technology | 4.80% | $82.29 -4.38% |
| 4 | Nice Ltd | NICE | Technology | 4.20% | 29,950.00 -1.64% |
| 5 | Bank Leumi | LUMI | Financial | 3.80% | 7,615.00 0.86% |
Frequently asked questions
Why is Israel called the Startup Nation?
Israel has the highest number of startups per capita globally, the highest venture capital investment per capita, and more NASDAQ-listed companies than any country outside the US and China.
What sectors dominate the Israeli market?
Technology (cybersecurity, fintech, AI), healthcare/pharma, and financials are the largest sectors in the Israeli equity market.
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