iShares Global Comm Services ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About IXP

What does IXP invest in?

This iShares Global Comm Services ETF is designed to mirror the financial performance of an underlying index. This benchmark specifically comprises shares of companies worldwide that operate in the communication services industry.

What is the expense ratio of IXP?

iShares Global Comm Services ETF (IXP) charges an expense ratio of 0.37%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is IXP?

iShares Global Comm Services ETF (IXP) manages $461.4M 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 IXP actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was IXP launched?

iShares Global Comm Services ETF (IXP) launched in November 2001 and is managed by IShares.

How has IXP performed?

IXP'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.