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Invest in the long-term trends transforming the way we live and work by investing thematically. Thematic investing focuses on predicted long-term trends rather than specific companies or sectors, potentially enabling investors to access structural, one-off shifts that can change or create an industry.
Identifying opportunities for structural change and investing in expected transformations early (such as the rise of the internet in the 90s) may be a key driver of successful investing. This is particularly important for long-term investors seeking to include growth opportunities in their portfolios.
Thematic exchange traded funds (ETFs) target stocks positioned to benefit from potential shifts in technology, society, the environment and demographics over time.
ETFs are transparent and easy to own, removing the pressure of trying to pick single-stock winners or the price of privileged access to private markets. For advisors, ETFs are credible and attractive investment vehicles that appeal to a wide range of clients.
Thematic ETFs are distinct from broad market and factor exposures and can be viewed as alternatives and/or complements to individual stocks or sectors.
The healthcare sector has risen in prominence since the outbreak of COVID-19 owing to unprecedented demand for medical equipment and medication and the potential return offered by vaccines and other viral treatments.
iShares Global Healthcare ETF (IXJ) provides access to a broad range of healthcare stocks including pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies, while helping diversify and build defence into portfolios.
Technology has expanded far beyond electronics or software firms that are typically associated with the sector. Instead it cuts across all areas of the global economy, from retail to finance and the Covid-19 pandemic has spurred adoption of new modes of work within businesses.
iShares allow you to access a broad range of ETFs with high technology exposure across industries where technological advancements have been further accelerated.
This year’s Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on global economic growth and caused a dislocation in regional equity returns. Asian equities have generally recovered robustly from the pandemic with north Asia specifically benefitting from a strong tailwind to technology stocks.
Access the Rise of Asia with iShares ETFs that give you exposure to a broad range of regions and Emerging Markets.
From Covid-19 disruption to trade tensions, there can be little doubt that the world is becoming more fragmented. International investing – meaning portfolio construction with diversified geographical exposure - may be a source of return and resilience in a world of unknowns. The unprecedented uncertainties in the market are changing the nature of alpha generation - diversification is now key to portfolio outperformance and resilience.
Access Global Markets with iShares ETFs that give you exposure to a broad range of regions and add diversification to your portfolio.