iShares International Equity Factor ETF offers diversified, multi-factor exposure to ex-U.S. developed markets. INTF has outperformed its multi-factor peers and its benchmark IDEV, but trails single-factor ETFs in total return and Sharpe ratio. With a low 0.16% expense ratio, INTF provides efficient international diversification, notably tilting toward Japan, financials, and value stocks.
Launched on 04/28/2015, the iShares International Equity Factor ETF (INTF) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Foreign Large Blend ETF category of the market.
Launched on 04/28/2015, the iShares International Equity Factor ETF (INTF) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Foreign Large Blend ETF category of the market.
The iShares International Equity Factor ETF maintains a Buy rating, outperforming peers and the S&P 500 with strong recent and long-term returns. INTF benefits from attractive valuations, low management fees (0.16%), and a diversified portfolio, with financials and Japan as key exposures. Declining US dollar trends and relative valuation gaps provide additional tailwinds for INTF's international equity focus.
Launched in 2015, the iShares International Equity Factor ETF has outperformed plain vanilla international developed market ETFs in 2025 and over the past five years. INTF is overweight in cheap cyclical sectors such as financials and industrials, potentially delivering robust medium-term returns with above-average volatility. At the same time, INTF is underweight in information technology stocks, indicating more limited exposure to the AI trade.
Launched on 04/28/2015, the iShares International Equity Factor ETF (INTF) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Foreign Large Blend ETF category of the market.
Launched on 04/28/2015, the iShares International Equity Factor ETF (INTF) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Foreign Large Blend ETF category of the market.
Thanks to its factor-based selections, the iShares International Equity Factor ETF offers strong portfolio diversification, outperforming other international developed market ETFs like SCHF in returns, valuation, and yield. Global equities outside the US remain attractively valued with favorable macro trends, including lower P/E ratios and positive forecasts for Japan and Europe. INTF's low management fees, robust performance history, and strategic exposure to developed markets make it a compelling addition for investors seeking overseas growth and income.
Making its debut on 04/28/2015, smart beta exchange traded fund iShares International Equity Factor ETF (INTF) provides investors broad exposure to the Foreign Large Blend ETF category of the market.
Launched on 04/28/2015, the iShares International Equity Factor ETF (INTF) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Foreign Large Blend ETF category of the market.
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Broad Developed World ETFs category of the market, the iShares International Equity Factor ETF (INTF) is a smart beta exchange traded fund launched on 04/28/2015.
Launched on 04/28/2015, the iShares International Equity Factor ETF (INTF) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Broad Developed World ETFs category of the market.