IXUS: Broad International Exposure With No Clear Edge

The iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF (IXUS) is a $58.6 billion fund offering broad, low-cost exposure to developed and emerging markets outside the U.S. The fund is rated a hold, as it lacks a compelling edge over peers like VXUS or VEU for new investors. Near-term performance will be driven by macro factors, not ETF-specific catalysts.