(QUAL) iShares MSCI USA Quality - Ratings and Ratios

QUAL, the iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF, is a BATS-listed fund designed to track the performance of high-quality U.S. companies. It typically allocates at least 80% of its assets to securities within its underlying index, which is market cap-weighted, drawing from the MSCI USA Index. This fund allows for up to 20% of its assets to be invested in derivatives like futures, options, and swaps, along with cash and equivalents.

The MSCI USA Index serves as the foundation, focusing on large and mid-cap companies across the U.S. equity market. QUAL offers a blend of stability and growth potential, appealing to investors seeking exposure to quality-driven companies. The funds size is substantial, with a market capitalization of over $51 billion, and it is domiciled in the United States.

QUAL is popular among investors for its targeted approach to capturing the performance of quality companies. It is often used as a core or satellite allocation within a portfolio, offering a straightforward way to gain exposure to U.S. equities with a focus on stability and quality metrics. For more details, visit the iShares website at http://www.ishares.com.