EFA
ETF
Developed International
NYSE
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF
$104.47
-0.43 (-0.41%)
Fund Overview
by iShares (BlackRock)
The iShares MSCI EAFE ETF tracks developed market stocks outside North America — primarily Europe, Australasia, and the Far East. With over 900 holdings spanning Japan, the UK, France, Germany, and Switzerland, EFA is the standard building block for international developed market exposure. It is commonly used to diversify a U.S.-heavy portfolio and to gain currency diversification.
AUM$52B
Expense Ratio0.32%
Holdings920
Dividend Yield3.1%
DistributionSemi-Annually
BenchmarkMSCI EAFE Index
InceptionAug 2001
ExchangeNYSE
Price Data
Open$104.81
Prev Close$104.90
Day Range$104.19 — $105.11
Investment Calculator
See how much dividend income EFA could generate based on its current price of $104.47 and 3.1% yield. Adjust the amount to estimate your semi-annually distributions.
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Shares Purchased
Amount Invested$9,924.65
Annual Income$307.66
Monthly Income$25.64
Based on current dividend yield of 3.1%. Actual distributions may vary. Past dividends do not guarantee future payments.
Developed International ETF Comparison
| ETF | Price | Change | Expense | AUM | Holdings | Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EFA | $104.47 | -0.41% | 0.32% | $52B | 920 | 3.1% |
| EEM | $61.12 | +0.43% | 0.68% | $18B | 1,200 | 2.4% |
EFA FAQ
What is EFA?
EFA is the iShares MSCI EAFE ETF, an exchange-traded fund managed by iShares (BlackRock). It tracks the MSCI EAFE Index and holds 920 Developed International securities with an expense ratio of 0.32%.
What is the expense ratio of EFA?
EFA charges an annual expense ratio of 0.32%, which means you pay $32.00 per year for every $10,000 invested. This fee is deducted automatically from the fund's returns.
Does EFA pay dividends?
Yes, EFA pays a 3.1% dividend yield, distributed semi-annually. On a $10,000 investment, that works out to approximately $310.00 per year in dividend income.
What are the alternatives to EFA?
Other developed international ETFs include EEM. Each offers different expense ratios, weighting methodologies, and number of holdings. Compare them in the ETF comparison table above to find the best fit for your portfolio.
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Last updated: Feb 24, 2026 at 1:52 PM ET