VanEck Israel ETF (VE4H)

Overview

This fund focuses on investing primarily in equity securities of publicly traded companies that are considered by MV Index Solutions GmbH to be Israeli companies. It commits at least 80% of its total assets to securities within its benchmark index, ensuring a strong alignment with the performance and risk profile of the index. The inclusion of depositary receipts within its investment strategy allows for broader access to Israeli companies, possibly including those not directly listed on local exchanges. As a non-diversified fund, it may exhibit higher volatility and risk in comparison to diversified funds due to its concentration in a specific geographical area and sector.

Products and Services

The fund offers the following investment product:

• Benchmark Index Securities Investment - The primary product of the fund involves investing in securities that comprise the fund’s benchmark index. This index consists of equity securities, and may also include depositary receipts, of companies generally considered by MV Index Solutions GmbH to be Israeli companies. This investment approach aims to mirror the performance of the benchmark index, providing investors with exposure to the Israeli market.

In addition to the core service, the fund employs specific investment strategies:

• Use of Depositary Receipts - To achieve alignment with its benchmark index and to provide investors with comprehensive coverage of Israeli companies, the fund may utilize depositary receipts. This allows the fund to include companies that are publicly traded outside of Israel but are still recognized as Israeli entities. It enables broader market access and diversification within the context of the fund’s focused investment thesis.