iShares Global 100 ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About IOO

What does IOO invest in?

IOO seeks to deliver cap-weighted exposure to 100 of the world's largest multinational companies from its parent index, the S&P Global 1200, and lands squarely in the mega-cap rather than the large-cap domain. The fund avoids midcaps altogether. Its focus on mega-caps, and its avoidance of emerging markets outside Korea, introduces some sector and geographic tilts. The index measures the performance of blue-chip companies of major importance that have global exposure. For companies to be considered global in nature, they must derive a substantial portion of revenue and assets from multiple countries. The index is rebalanced quarterly starting every March.

What is the expense ratio of IOO?

iShares Global 100 ETF (IOO) charges an expense ratio of 0.40%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is IOO?

iShares Global 100 ETF (IOO) manages $8.70B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is IOO actively managed or an index fund?

IOO's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was IOO launched?

iShares Global 100 ETF (IOO) launched in December 2000 and is managed by IShares.

How has IOO performed?

IOO's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.