| Metric | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $104.33 | Delayed · 2026-07-10 |
| Expense ratio | 0.33% | $33 per $10,000 / year |
| Index tracked | MSCI EAFE | Benchmark |
| Category | Developed intl | Asset class |
| Issuer | BlackRock | Fund sponsor |
| Inception | 2001 | Launched |
| 1-year return | +14.0% | Trailing 12 months |
| 3-year return | +13.4% | Annualized |
| 5-year return | +5.3% | Annualized |
| Volatility | +15.7% | Annualized, monthly |
ETF facts & returns · 2026-07-10
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA)
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA) is a Developed intl ETF from BlackRock that tracks the MSCI EAFE, with a 0.33% annual expense ratio. It has returned +14.0% over the past year and +5.3% annualized over five years, based on delayed price data as of 2026-07-10. It launched in 2001.
Share price
$104.33
Delayed · 2026-07-10
Expense ratio
0.33%
$33 per $10k / yr
1-year return
+14.0%
Trailing 12 months
5-year return
+5.3%
Annualized
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF at a glance
Key facts and trailing returns for iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA) as of 2026-07-10 — expense ratio, index, issuer, inception and 1-, 3- and 5-year performance.
What is the EFA ETF?
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA) is a Developed intl exchange-traded fund from BlackRock that tracks the MSCI EAFE. Launched in 2001, it lets investors buy a diversified basket in one trade, with an annual expense ratio of 0.33%.
How has EFA performed?
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF has returned +14.0% over the past year and +5.3% annualized over five years as of 2026-07-10, with annualized volatility near +15.7%. Past performance does not predict future results.
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +14.0% |
| 3 years (annualized) | +13.4% |
| 5 years (annualized) | +5.3% |
| Volatility (annualized) | +15.7% |
How much does EFA cost?
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF charges a 0.33% expense ratio — about $33 a year on a $10,000 position. Lower fees leave more of the fund's return with investors, which compounds over long holding periods.
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA) FAQ
What does the EFA ETF track?
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA) tracks the MSCI EAFE and is classified as a Developed intl fund. It is issued by BlackRock and launched in 2001, giving investors diversified exposure through a single exchange-traded fund.
What is the EFA expense ratio?
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF charges an annual expense ratio of 0.33%, or about $33 per $10,000 invested each year. The expense ratio is deducted from fund assets and directly reduces your net return over time.
What is the EFA return this year?
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA) returned +14.0% over the trailing twelve months and +5.3% annualized over five years, based on delayed price data as of 2026-07-10. Past performance does not predict future results.
How volatile is EFA?
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF has an annualized volatility of about +15.7%, measured from monthly price moves. Higher volatility means larger swings in value. Volatility describes past risk and is not a forecast.
Where does this EFA data come from?
Fund facts (expense ratio, index, issuer, inception) are compiled from public issuer disclosures; verify them with BlackRock. Returns are computed from delayed end-of-day price history, retrieved 2026-07-10, and are illustrative. Not investment advice.
Fund facts are compiled from public issuer disclosures and may change; verify with
BlackRock. Returns and volatility are computed from delayed price history retrieved 2026-07-10
and are illustrative. Past performance does not predict future results. Not investment advice.