
The iShares International Small-Cap Equity Factor ETF (ISCF) aims to mirror the investment performance of a specific benchmark index. This index is composed of smaller companies from developed markets worldwide, excluding those based in the U.S. These companies are selected because they exhibit desirable characteristics aligned with particular investment "style factors," all while adhering to predefined portfolio limitations.
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A smart beta exchange traded fund, the iShares International Small-Cap Equity Factor ETF (ISCF) debuted on 04/28/2015, and offers broad exposure to the Foreign Small/Mid Blend ETF category of the market.

A smart beta exchange traded fund, the iShares International Small-Cap Equity Factor ETF (ISCF) debuted on 04/28/2015, and offers broad exposure to the Foreign Small/Mid Blend ETF category of the market.

iShares International Small-Cap Equity Factor ETF offers exposure to around 1,097 developed-world small-cap equities selected using a nuanced factor-driven process. Heavy in Japanese and UK stocks, ISCF has beaten IVV by about 14.9% in 2025, supported by the robust performance of the euro, pound sterling, and Australian dollar. Nevertheless, over March 2023–November 2025, with its 15.13% annualized return, ISCF significantly underperformed IVV and SPDW.

The iShares International Small-Cap Equity Factor ETF (ISCF) made its debut on 04/28/2015, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Foreign Small/Mid Blend ETF category of the market.

Making its debut on 04/28/2015, smart beta exchange traded fund iShares International Small-Cap Equity Factor ETF (ISCF) provides investors broad exposure to the Foreign Small/Mid Blend ETF category of the market.