iShares
iShares are exchange traded funds (ETF) – investment vehicles that track any one of a wide range of indices and sectors. If you're looking for the portfolio diversification of a fund with liquidity of a share, you should consider iShares.
ETFs are simple and cost-effective investment vehicles that have opened up new opportunities for private and institutional investors. Like index tracker funds, they offer instant exposure to the performance of indices such as the FTSE 100. Unlike trackers, ETFs can be listed on the stock exchange and traded like an ordinary share.
Enjoy flexibility and control
Because iShares trade like a share, you can buy single shares in a fund and create a diversified portfolio for a small investment. Unlike traditional funds that are priced once a day, iShares are priced and traded throughout the day, giving you even greater flexibility and control.
If you’re looking for a highly liquid and versatile instrument that's suited to a medium to long-term investment, iShares might be right for you. The price and value of iShares and their income can fluctuate over time, and you may get back less than the amount you invested.
Legal Information
iShares are provided by BlackRock Inc.* which is not part of Barclays Wealth. Access to the products described on this page is provided by the following companies: Barclays Stockbrokers Limited in England & Wales, Barclays Sharedealing Limited in England & Wales, and Barclays Bank Trust Company in England & Wales. For further information on these companies and Barclays Wealth please read Important Information. Each Barclays Wealth company reserves the right to make a final determination on whether or not you are eligible for any particular product or service.
* Barclays plc holds a 19.9% stake in BlackRock, following the sale of Barclays Global Investors to BlackRock Inc.
