iShares MSCI ACWI ex U.S. ETFNASDAQ: ACWX

iShares MSCI ACWI ex U.S. ETF offers broad international exposure excluding the US, making it attractive for long-term investors seeking diversification. The ACWX ETF has highly diversified holdings with no position making up more than 2.88% of the fund, providing a balanced mix of international equities. The fund compares well against peers like Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares and offers exposure to developed and emerging markets at a relatively low cost.

The iShares MSCI ACWI ex U.S. ETF is an equities ETF that offers exposure to international mid- and large-capitalization equities. ACWX has a diversified geographic approach, with Japan being the top concentration at 15% of the portfolio. ACWX has failed to deliver robust long-term returns, with a 10-year annualized return of only 3.5%.

U.S. investors know how successful a strategy of investing in the S&P 500 through an index fund has been, especially as large technology companies have led such strong growth over the past decade. But markets change, as is being proven by the rise in U.S. interest rates.

Now is an opportune time for investors with home country biases to add international exposure. With international stocks trading at a discount relative to past valuations, there is significant upside opportunity.