ATLASAB International Low Volatility Equity ETF (ILOW): outlook, holdings and fees
AB International Low Volatility Equity ETF (ILOW) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by AllianceBernstein. The expense ratio is 0.48% and the yield is 1.54%. The ten largest holdings are 21% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on ILOW
| Last price | $46.26 (-0.8%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 57% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $45.58 – $47.45 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.7% |
| Distribution yield | 1.54% |
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.
ILOW fund facts
| Issuer | AllianceBernstein |
|---|---|
| Theme | Volatility |
| Assets under management | $1.8B |
| Expense ratio | 0.48% |
| Number of holdings | 45 |
| Inception | Jul 29, 2015 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The adviser seeks to achieve the fund"s investment objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets, including any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of non-U.S. companies, and in companies in at least three countries other than the United States. It invests in companies that are determined by the adviser to offer favorable long-term sustainable profitability, price stability, and attractive valuations.
ILOW top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ASML Holding N.V. ASML | Technology | 3.21% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. 2330 | Technology | 2.58% |
| Schneider Electric S.E. SU | Industrials | 2.30% |
| Shell plc SHEL | Energy | 2.06% |
| OVERSEA-CHINESE BANKING CORP O39 | Financial Services | 1.89% |
| Tesco PLC TSCO | Consumer Defensive | 1.86% |
| Novartis AG NOVN | Healthcare | 1.81% |
| Euronext N.V. ENX | Financial Services | 1.81% |
| BAE Systems plc BA | Industrials | 1.84% |
| KBC Groep NV KBC | Financial Services | 1.73% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
ILOW sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 30.2% |
| Industrials | 17.8% |
| Technology | 12.3% |
| Consumer Defensive | 9.8% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 7.3% |
| Communication Services | 6.5% |
| Healthcare | 5.9% |
| Energy | 4.4% |
| Basic Materials | 2.3% |
| Utilities | 1.8% |
| Real Estate | 1.6% |
By region: Europe Developed 43.7%, United Kingdom 23.5%, Japan 15.0%, Asia Developed 7.8%, Australasia 3.6%.
ILOW returns and risk
| Year to date | +7.0% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +8.8% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +17.4% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +8.3% |
| 10 years (annualised) | +7.9% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 12.0% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 1.10 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
ILOW: frequently asked questions
What does ILOW invest in?
AB International Low Volatility Equity ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are ASML Holding N.V. (3.2%), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (2.6%), Schneider Electric S.E. (2.3%), Shell plc (2.1%), OVERSEA-CHINESE BANKING CORP (1.9%).
What is the ILOW expense ratio?
0.48% a year: about $48.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the ILOW dividend yield?
1.54%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will ILOW go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 57%, with a likely range (50%) of $45.58 to $47.45 from $46.26 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has ILOW performed?
Year to date +7.0%, one year +8.8%, three years +17.4% a year, five years +8.3% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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