iShares MSCI Peru and Global Exposure ETF (EPU): outlook, holdings and fees
iShares MSCI Peru and Global Exposure ETF (EPU) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by iShares. The expense ratio is 0.58% and the yield is 1.87%. The ten largest holdings are 70% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on EPU
| Last price | $82.20 (+2.5%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 52% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $78.59 – $86.42 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±1.6% |
| Distribution yield | 1.87% |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
EPU fund facts
| Issuer | iShares |
|---|---|
| Theme | Latin America |
| Assets under management | $557M |
| Expense ratio | 0.58% |
| Number of holdings | 12 |
| Portfolio turnover | 20% |
| Inception | Jun 19, 2009 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the index and in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the component securities of the index. A significant portion of the index is represented by securities of companies in the financials and materials industries or sectors. Companies with economic exposure to and/or carry out the majority of their operations in Peru may include companies organized, listed, or with significant operations in developed countries. The fund is non-diversified.
EPU top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Copper Corporation SCCO | Basic Materials | 24.38% |
| Credicorp Ltd BAP | Financial Services | 22.31% |
| Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR BVN | Basic Materials | 4.38% |
| Hochschild Mining plc HOC | Basic Materials | 3.65% |
| MMG Ltd 1208 | Basic Materials | 2.77% |
| Intercorp Financial Services Inc IFS | Financial Services | 2.62% |
| Laureate Education Inc LAUR | Consumer Defensive | 2.75% |
| Fortuna Silver Mines Inc FVI | Basic Materials | 2.50% |
| Wheaton Precious Metals Corp WPM | Basic Materials | 2.40% |
| Pan American Silver Corp PAAS | Basic Materials | 2.37% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
EPU sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Basic Materials | 53.8% |
| Financial Services | 27.6% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 4.6% |
| Consumer Defensive | 3.3% |
| Utilities | 2.9% |
| Industrials | 2.9% |
| Real Estate | 2.4% |
| Communication Services | 1.5% |
| Healthcare | 1.0% |
By region: Latin America 56.8%, North America 36.7%, United Kingdom 3.7%, Asia Emerging 2.8%.
EPU returns and risk
| Year to date | +26.1% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +52.7% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +53.6% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +33.0% |
| 10 years (annualised) | +14.3% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 22.3% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 1.67 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
EPU: frequently asked questions
What does EPU invest in?
iShares MSCI Peru and Global Exposure ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Southern Copper Corporation (24.4%), Credicorp Ltd (22.3%), Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR (4.4%), Hochschild Mining plc (3.6%), MMG Ltd (2.8%).
What is the EPU expense ratio?
0.58% a year: about $58.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the EPU dividend yield?
1.87%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will EPU go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 52%, with a likely range (50%) of $78.59 to $86.42 from $82.20 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has EPU performed?
Year to date +26.1%, one year +52.7%, three years +53.6% a year, five years +33.0% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
Similar ETFs: Latin America
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