iShares MSCI France ETF EWQ
Set alert
At close · Nov 2
After hours · Nov 2, 4:00 PM ET
- YTD
- -5.00%
- 1 year
- -3.48%
- Open
- 42.50
- Prev close
- 42.24
- Mkt cap
- 346.37M
- Vol
- 441.87K
- Avg vol
- 364.30K
- EPS
- 2.50
- P/E
- 17.08
- Div yield
- 0.00%
More statistics
- Low
- 42.59
- High
- 42.92
- Forward P/E
- 0.00
- Beta
- 0.00
- Short ratio
- 0.00
- Dividend
- 0.00
- Ex-div date
- 50-d avg
- 44.99
- 200-d avg
- 44.41
News
16 hours ago reuters.com
ECB will have to raise rates again, extent uncertain, Kazimir says
ECB will have to raise rates again, extent uncertain, Kazimir says
3 days ago wsj.com
Fitch Lowers France's Outlook to Negative From Stable
Fitch said the negative outlook reflects a deterioration since its August review, and cited weaker growth, higher borrowing costs and a wider deficit.
3 days ago reuters.com
ECB policymakers bring rate hike debate into the open
ECB policymakers bring rate hike debate into the open
4 days ago reuters.com
ECB keeps rates unchanged but points to mounting inflation risk
The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged in a well-telegraphed move on Thursday but warned that inflation risks were on the rise from surging energy costs, which may solidify market
6 days ago reuters.com
Euro zone mortgage demand falls as rates rise, ECB survey shows
Demand for mortgages in the euro zone fell sharply in three months to September as interest rates rose and credit became harder to get, a European Central Bank poll showed on Tuesday.
1 week ago cnbc.com
Moody's holds steady on France's credit rating as country grapples with turmoil and higher yields
Moody's left its credit rating on France at Aa3, giving the country some relief in a week of unrest.
1 week ago reuters.com
French bond pain puts euro zone's weak links on notice
As a selloff in French government bonds deepens, the region's debt-laden economies risk a surge in borrowing costs while also grappling with increasing social unrest.
1 week ago youtube.com
French Bond Risk Hits 15-Year High as Risk Gauge Climbs
The yield on benchmark French debt hit 5% for the first time since 2002 as rising energy prices exacerbated concern over the country's fiscal outlook. Alice Gledhill has more on "Bloomberg Open…
1 week ago seekingalpha.com
How France Risks Dragging The Eurozone Toward The Precipice
France faces a severe fiscal, debt, and political crisis, with its 10Y bond yield surging to ~5%, the highest since 2002. The deficit/GDP ratio remains far above the EU's 3% threshold, with public…
2 weeks ago barrons.com
France's Debt Troubles Are Deepening—and Europe's Options Are Limited
France's widening borrowing premium over Germany is testing investor confidence and raising questions about potential ECB support.
2 weeks ago cnbc.com
French unrest compounds debt crisis fears. Paris-listed stocks, bonds and the euro fall
French government bond yields rose Monday as weekend unrest added to investor concerns over the country's fiscal and political outlook. The euro weakened and the CAC 40 fell, while the premium on…
2 weeks ago reuters.com
IMF expects at least one more 25 bps ECB rate hike in 2026
IMF expects at least one more 25 bps ECB rate hike in 2026
3 weeks ago seekingalpha.com
EWQ: There Are No Simple Solutions To Complex Problems
I maintain a skeptical stance on the iShares MSCI France ETF (EWQ), recommending against buying due to persistent macroeconomic and fiscal instability. France faces surging public debt near 120% of…
3 weeks ago barrons.com
Why France's Debt Woes Haven't Spooked Europe
What's happening in France is staying in France bond-wise for now. That's a good thing.
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3 weeks ago benzinga.com
''France To Release 10M Barrels Of Diesel From Reserves'- France Info
https://www.franceinfo.fr/politique/gouvernement-de-sebastien-lecornu/direct-lycees-carburants-budget-suivez-l-allocution-du-premier-ministre-sebastien-lecornu_8227246.html
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3 weeks ago benzinga.com
'France Considers Issuing More Shorter-Term Debt Amid Bond-Market Turmoil'- WSJ Exclusive
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/france-considers-issuing-more-shorter-term-debt-amid-bond-market-turmoil-db2966fd
3 weeks ago wsj.com
France Considers Issuing More Shorter-Term Debt Amid Bond-Market Turmoil
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure said in an interview that the country would be “strategic” in issuing new debt.
3 weeks ago seekingalpha.com
EWQ France ETF: Protests Today, Unsustainable Burdens Tomorrow
iShares MSCI France ETF faces significant macro risks from France's public debt, aging demographics, and rising civil unrest. EWQ fundamentals are attractive relative to U.S. equities, with a 13.04…
3 weeks ago reuters.com
France does not need ECB's help at present, says Bank of France head
France's economic situation is serious, given the rise in its borrowing costs, but the country does not at this point need help from the European Central Bank, Bank of France head Emmanuel Moulin…
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4 weeks ago benzinga.com
'French central bank head warns country at risk of being ‘strangled by interest rates’'- Financial Times
https://www.ft.com/content/74c3cc77-1593-4c49-90f9-0d92fa3a2418?shareType=nongift&syn-25a6b1a6=1
4 weeks ago theguardian.com
Global oil stockpiles ‘scarily thin,' says Saudi Aramco chief; euro hits 17-month low on France debt fears – business live
Amin Nasser says ‘system is already straining' and ‘replenishing inventories could take up to two years'
1 month ago wsj.com
How the French Bond Trade Backfired on Investors
Hedge funds piled into leveraged bets over the summer, figuring French politics wouldn't get much rockier.
1 month ago youtube.com
Goldman Sachs: Euro Stocks Resilient to Macro Pressures
Peter Oppenheimer, chief global equity strategist at Goldman Sachs, says European stocks have remained resilient and have "done rather well" in the face of inflationary pressures and rising bond…
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4 months ago benzinga.com
Reported Earlier: 'France Passes New Law to Fine Shein, Temu and Ultrafast Fashion' - WSJ
https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/france-passes-new-law-to-fine-shein-temu-and-ultrafast-fashion-b5863958
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4 months ago benzinga.com
'Switzerland Weighs Franco-Italian Alternative To U.S. Air Defenses' - Financial Times
https://www.ft.com/content/730666c8-0821-4e7f-a928-74a3ff973492?syn-25a6b1a6=1
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5 months ago benzinga.com
'Germany, France, UK Sketch Plan to Engage Putin in Ukraine Talks'- Bloomberg
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-06-03/germany-france-uk-sketch-plan-to-engage-putin-in-ukraine-talks
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6 months ago benzinga.com
Amazon Announces Plans To Invest More Than €15 Billion In France, Creating More Than 7,000 Permanent Jobs; Over Three Years, Between 2026 And 2028; Investments Cover Infrastructure Spending And Operating Expenses
https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/company-news/amazon-france-15-billion-investment
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6 months ago benzinga.com
'G7 Countries In Talks To Create Permanent Administrative Arm To Drive Critical Minerals Agenda; G7-Led Secretariat Could Be Housed At The International Energy Agency Or OECD; IEA Is Already Working On Plans To Align Stockpiling And Production Of Critical Minerals' - Reuters
G7 administrative arm may be housed at IEA or OECD, sources sayIEA holds workshop on mineral stockpiling systems with industry, governmentsFrance convenes critical minerals call on Thursday to…
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8 months ago benzinga.com
'France To Boost Nuclear Arsenal With US Commitments in Doubt' - Bloomberg
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-03-02/france-to-increase-nuclear-arsenal-with-us-commitments-in-doubt
9 months ago benzinga.com
Gold, Europe ETFs In Focus As EU Prepares To Retaliate Against US Tariff Threats
Gold and silver ETFs placed well while Europe-focused funds face pressure as the EU-US trade tensions escalate.
1 year ago benzinga.com
Eurozone GDP Growth Pops A Surprise: These ETFs Are Winning The Game
The Eurozone reported 0.3% year-over-year GDP growth in Q2, beating expectations. But this isn't a rising-tide-lifts-all-boats affair.
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1 year ago benzinga.com
Investors Pour Money Into US Stocks, Shun Europe In Historic Fashion
Some European countries have outperformed, but overall, American companies have yielded hefty gains in recent years.
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1 year ago benzinga.com
Macron Taps Bayrou To Navigate France's Fractured Politics: ETFs To Watch
François Bayrou would be France's fourth prime minister this year, following Elisabeth Borne, Gabriel Attal and Michel Barnier.
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2 years ago benzinga.com
European Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Unchanged, Keeps Markets Guessing On September Rate Cut
ECB keeps interest rates unchanged in July, no specific guidance for future policy. High domestic inflation, data-driven approach for target of 2%.
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2 years ago benzinga.com
French Stocks Set For Worst Week Since Russia's War In Ukraine, Yields Versus Bund Hit 12-Year Highs On Snap Election Jitters
The French stock market is on track to register its worst weekly performance since late February 2022.
2 years ago benzinga.com
What Does Europe's 'Tilt Rightward' Really Mean And Is The FTSE Europe ETF Worth Buying Now?
By now, we have all heard that Europe had a fairly decisive turn rightward over the weekend in parliamentary elections.
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2 years ago benzinga.com
ECB President Lagarde Defies Powell's Dovish Stance: 'We Should Absolutely Not Lower Our Guard'
At ECB's meeting, Lagarde opted to keep key interest rates unchanged, and signaled no rate cuts. Euro rose while European stocks paused, aided by euro strength.
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3 years ago benzinga.com
European Stocks Rally As ECB Throws In Towel On Rate Hikes
European Stocks Rally As ECB Throws In Towel On Rate Hikes
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9 years ago benzinga.com
Two Aggressive Ways To Play This Weekend's French Election
Two Aggressive Ways To Play This Weekend's French Election
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10 years ago benzinga.com
How Large Are U.S. State Economies? This Map Shows California's Edge Over France, And More
How Large Are U.S. State Economies? This Map Shows California's Edge Over France, And More
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13 years ago benzinga.com
For Europe ETFs, Unemployment Rates Don't Mean Much
For Europe ETFs, Unemployment Rates Don't Mean Much
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13 years ago benzinga.com
Amid Signs of Slowing Growth, Koesterich Downgrades Germany
Amid Signs of Slowing Growth, Koesterich Downgrades Germany
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13 years ago benzinga.com
U.K. ETF Loses Steam After S&P Revises Credit Outlook
U.K. ETF Loses Steam After S&P Revises Credit Outlook
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14 years ago benzinga.com
ETFs to Watch May 7, 2012 (EWQ, ZSL, TBT)
ETFs to Watch May 7, 2012 (EWQ, ZSL, TBT)
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14 years ago benzinga.com
ETFs to Watch April 23, 2012 (EWQ, XLE, EDZ)
ETFs to Watch April 23, 2012 (EWQ, XLE, EDZ)