EIS: Positive Demographics, Strong Services Exports Make This An Interesting Opportunity
Global population decline may arrive sooner than expected, creating headwinds for most economies, but Israel stands out with strong population growth and positive immigration. Israel's robust domestic demand, rising GDP per capita, and export-oriented companies—especially in tech and financials—make EIS an attractive geographic diversification play. EIS offers favorable valuation metrics and sector diversification, but ongoing geopolitical risks warrant only moderate, risk-capital exposure.
EIS: An Attractive Fund, But Too Risky At New Highs As War Breaks Out
EIS has delivered strong returns, supported by robust economic growth, low valuations, and a favorable currency environment. Despite the Iran conflict, Israeli markets have shown resilience, with limited long-term impact from geopolitical events historically. I rate EIS a 'hold' at current highs, preferring to buy on a 10% pullback near $80 for better risk-reward.
EIS: Israel Caught Up In The Tech Selloff, Where To Be A Buyer
I have a hold rating on the iShares MSCI Israel ETF due to attractive valuation but cautionary technical indicators. EIS has corrected 11% from its all-time high, with significant exposure to underperforming Information Technology and Financial sectors. The ETF is cheap with a P/E ratio near 12x and a PEG ratio of 1.34x, but high volatility and low liquidity are concerns.
EIS: Israeli Stocks Set To Benefit From Robust GDP Growth In 2025
The iShares MSCI Israel ETF invests in Israeli stocks primarily in the information technology and financials sectors. Despite soaring over the past year, EIS's valuation remains attractive, with Israel's GDP growth likely to top US growth in 2025 and in the years ahead. EIS is tilted towards cyclical/growth sectors, boosting earnings during economic expansions.
EIS: Time To Revisit The Biggest Israel ETF?
iShares MSCI Israel ETF (EIS) has seen a 40% price increase since November, outperforming the S&P 500 Index. EIS has a robust basket of 106 Israeli stocks, with a heavy focus on Information Technology, but concerns remain about the local economy. EIS is fairly valued at current levels, with potential entry opportunities after a 5-10% pullback, and has the best Momentum grade among Israel country funds.
EIS: A Strong Israel Fund
Country ETF investing provides international diversification, especially as the US market is extended. iShares MSCI Israel ETF offers exposure to the Israeli equity market, focusing on the Tech and Health Care sectors. The EIS ETF holds a concentrated yet diversified basket of Israeli companies, with heavy exposure to the Information Technology and Financials sectors.
