BlackRock Launches 10 New ETF BDRs for International Investments

BlackRock, one of the world's largest asset managers, has announced the launch of 10 new BDR ETFs, divided equally between fixed income e variable income. With this initiative, Brazilian investors have more options to diversify their portfolios with global assets, without having to leave the country.

Highlights

BlackRock launches 10 new BDR ETFs
5 fixed-income BDRs and 5 variable-income BDRs
Access to global markets without leaving Brazil
Total of 151 ETF BDRs available on B3

Details of the New Fixed Income BDRs

BlackRock has launched five new ETF BDRs focused on fixed income. The options include:

iShares International Treasury Bond ETF (BIGO39)Sovereign bonds from developed markets, except the USA.
iShares Core International Aggregate Bond ETF (BIAG39)Global investment grade bonds, except USA, in local currency.
iShares 25+ Year Treasury Strips Bond ETF (BGOZ39)US sovereign bonds with maturities of more than 25 years.
iShares 10-20 Year Treasury Bond ETF (BTLH39)US sovereign bonds with maturities of between 10 and 20 years.
iShares 10+ Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (BIGL39)US corporate bonds with a maturity of more than 10 years.

Details of the New Variable Income BDRs

In addition to the fixed-income BDRs, BlackRock has also launched five new equity-focused ETF BDRs. The options include:

iShares U.S. Regional Banks ETF (BIAT39): US regional bank stocks.
iShares MSCI USA Equal Weighted ETF (BEUW39): US stocks, with equal weights.
iShares MSCI Chile ETF (BECH39): Chilean market shares.
iShares Global 100 ETF (BGLC39)Top 100 global stocks by market value.
iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF (BIXU39): Global stocks, except USA.

What are ETF BDRs?

BDR é a sigla para Brazilian Depositary Receipts, que são recibos de ativos emitidos no exterior, mas negociados na B3, a bolsa de valores do Brasil. ETFs, ou Exchange Traded Funds, são fundos de investimentos cujas carteiras acompanham algum índice de mercado e cujas cotas são negociadas na bolsa de valores.

ETF BDRs allow Brazilian investors to access funds listed on foreign exchanges without having to send money abroad. This offers a convenient and efficient way to diversify investments and seek opportunities in global markets.

Conclusion: BlackRock Launches 10 New ETF BDRs for International Investments

With the launch of these new ETF BDRs, BlackRock significantly expands the investment options for Brazilians, allowing for greater diversification and access to international markets. Now, with a total of 151 ETF BDRs available on B3, investors have more tools to build robust and diversified global portfolios.