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Wall Street experienced massive volatility in the first quarter of 2025, largely due to trade uncertainty. International economies and gold outperformed.
A more balanced portfolio can handle somber U.S. equity performance, as long as strong equity returns from abroad continue.
I am upgrading ACWI from a hold to a buy, citing its decent valuation and improved risk/reward profile despite recent market volatility. ACWI's P/E ratio has retreated to under 18, and its forward 12-month yield is 1.83%, outperforming the S&P 500's yield. The ETF is well-diversified, with less concentration in US stocks and significant international equity positions, enhancing its stability.
I maintain a hold rating on ACWI due to its lukewarm valuation and anticipated near-term volatility, especially with bearish seasonal trends and technical signals. ACWI trades near 18x earnings, with 2025 earnings growth expected at 13.6% in 2025, but its valuation is on the high side. The ETF offers better equity and style diversification compared to the S&P 500, with significant exposure to Information Technology and Financials sectors.
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The iShares MSCI ACWI ETF owns a portfolio of 2,400 large-cap and mid-cap stocks. ACWI has shown strong returns since 2022 but lags behind other funds like iShares MSCI World ETF and the S&P 500 index. ACWI's long-term return is inferior to the S&P 500 index due to lower exposure to technology sector and inclusion of emerging markets stocks.
Global markets have delivered substantial gains for investors, with interest rate hikes on hold and projections of rate cuts in the US and Europe. The iShares MSCI ACWI ETF offers diversification in global markets, but its deep diversification and relative underperformance make it unattractive. Comparisons with peers show that the ACWI ETF has higher costs and lower dividend yields, making it less appealing for long-term investors.
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