BlackRock Launches 10 New BDR ETFs for International Diversification

The asset manager BlackRock announced the launch of 10 new BDRs (Brazilian Depositary Receipts) of ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds), expanding international investment options for Brazilians. The new offering includes five BDRs of fixed income and five of variable incomeThis allows for greater portfolio diversification without the need to send money abroad.

Highlights

10 new BDRs from ETFs5 in fixed income and 5 in variable income.
Access to the global marketInvestments in developed markets bonds and stocks, including and excluding the U.S.
DiversificationOptions on sovereign bonds, corporate bonds and shares in the largest global companies.
Ease of use: International investments without leaving B3, the Brazilian stock exchange.

Details of the New ETF BDRs

BlackRock has launched five new fixed-income ETF BDRs and another five aimed at the equity market. Below are the details of each one:

Fixed Income

ISHARES INTERNATIONAL TREASURY BOND ETF (BIGO39)
ISHARES CORE INTERNATIONAL AGGREGATE BOND ETF (BIAG39)
ISHARES 25+ YEAR TREASURY STRIPS BOND ETF (BGOZ39)
ISHARES 10-20 YEAR TREASURY BOND ETF (BTLH39)
ISHARES 10+ YEAR INVESTMENT GRADE CORPORATE BOND ETF (BIGL39)

Equities

ISHARES U.S. REGIONAL BANKS ETF (BIAT39)
ISHARES MSCI USA EQUAL WEIGHTED ETF (BEUW39)
ISHARES MSCI CHILE ETF (BECH39)
ISHARES GLOBAL 100 ETF (BGLC39)
ISHARES CORE MSCI TOTAL INTERNATIONAL STOCK ETF (BIXU39)

What are ETF BDRs?

ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds) are investment funds whose portfolios follow a market index. Their shares are traded on the stock exchange, similarly to shares and real estate funds.

BDRs (Brazilian Depositary Receipts) are asset receipts issued abroad but traded on B3. Thus, the BDRs of ETFs allow Brazilian investors to access funds listed on foreign exchanges without having to send money out of the country.

Conclusion

With the launch of the new ETF BDRs, BlackRock is expanding the diversification possibilities for Brazilian investors, offering access to a wide range of international assets. The initiative facilitates the construction of a global portfolio directly through B3, promoting greater convenience and efficiency for local investors.