UCITS Alternatives to EWU (iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF)
EWU is a popular ETF listed on the US market. It tracks the MSCI United Kingdom. Due to EU regulations (MiFID II/PRIIPs), European investors cannot directly purchase non-UCITS ETFs. We found 4 UCITS-compliant alternatives that provide similar market exposure.
UCITS Alternatives
4 found| ETF Name | ISIN | TER | AUM | Dist. | Replication |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ExactiShares Core FTSE 100 UCITS ETF GBP (Dist) | IE00B689Z229 |
0.07% | €13.0B | Dist | Physical |
| ExactVanguard FTSE 250 UCITS ETF GBP (Dist) | IE00BKX55T58 |
0.10% | €3.0B | Dist | Physical |
| ExactiShares MSCI United Kingdom UCITS ETF | IE00B0M63177 |
0.33% | €1.2B | Dist | Physical |
| SimilariShares UK Dividend UCITS ETF GBP (Dist) | IE00B0M62Q58 |
0.40% | €1.0B | Dist | Physical |
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FAQ
What does EWU track?
EWU (iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF) is an ETF listed on US that tracks the MSCI United Kingdom. It is one of the popular ETFs in its category.
Why can't I buy EWU in Europe?
Under EU MiFID II and PRIIPs regulations, brokers in the European Economic Area cannot sell ETFs that don't provide a Key Information Document (KID) in the local language. Most non-EU ETFs, including EWU, don't comply with these requirements.
What is the best UCITS alternative to EWU?
The closest UCITS alternative is iShares Core FTSE 100 UCITS ETF GBP (Dist) (IE00B689Z229). We identified 4 UCITS ETFs that offer similar exposure. Compare them in the table above to find the best fit.