iShares MSCI France ETF (EWQ)
EWQ: The CAC 40 Hit New Highs, Staying Bullish On French Stocks
I reiterate a buy rating on iShares MSCI France ETF (EWQ), citing attractive valuation and improved technical momentum. EWQ trades at 15.3x P/E with a solid sub-10% EPS growth rate, yielding a favorable PEG of 1.6x. The ETF is heavily weighted to Industrials (32%) and concentrated in its top 10 holdings, introducing cyclical and concentration risks.
iShares MSCI France ETF $EWQ Position Reduced by Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC
Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC reduced its position in shares of iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEARCA:EWQ) by 26.2% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 568,123 shares of the exchange traded fund's stock after selling 201,678 shares during
France mobilises €13 billion for tech sovereignty funding push
France has mobilised €13 billion ($14.89 billion) in additional institutional investor funding under the third phase of its Tibi initiative to finance French and European technology companies, the finance ministry said on Friday.
High French river temperatures expected to limit nuclear power output next week
French state-owned utility EDF warned on Thursday that three nuclear plants face production curbs next week because of high temperatures on the Rhone and Garonne rivers as France grapples with its second heatwave this spring.
France to invest €655 mln in AI, set up common chatbot for all state services
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Tuesday the government will invest €655 million ($758.29 million) in artificial intelligence and will set up a common chatbot for all the state services.
Trump warns France in exclusive interview with The Post: Kill tech tax or face 100% wine tariffs: ‘I have no choice'
A senior source close to the French president told reporters last week that the issue was "no longer up for debate" ahead of the G7—an account a US official immediately dismissed as "not accurate."
Major investment pledges at Choose France summit
France announced 71 foreign investment projects worth a combined €93 billion ($108.3 billion) at its annual Choose France business summit on Monday, adding they would create more than 15,600 jobs.
EWQ: France An Excellent Diversifier, Here's Why
The iShares MSCI France ETF offers cost-effective exposure to high-quality French blue chips, trading at a P/E of 17.85x versus the S&P 500's 30x. EWQ's sector allocation favors industrials (31%), benefiting from France's nuclear-driven low-energy costs and competitive advantage in European manufacturing. Top holdings include TotalEnergies, Schneider Electric, LVMH, Safran, and Airbus, with significant weights in energy, luxury, and aerospace/defense.
France may consider windfall tax on sectors buoyed by Iran crisis, finance minister says
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure said on Friday the government may consider imposing a windfall tax on companies amid the surge in energy prices during the war in Iran.
France faces rising fiscal risks, IMF warns
France faces mounting public finance risks as budget-tightening lags and debt remains high, the International Monetary Fund said on Thursday, warning that insufficient efforts could leave the country vulnerable to market pressure and future shocks.
French Parliament approves Macron's pick to run Bank of France
Emmanuel Moulin, President Macron's pick to head the Bank of France, garnered enough votes in parliament on Wednesday to be approved as the incoming governor for that central bank.
France convenes G7 on critical minerals to curb China's grip
France has called an online meeting of G7 countries for Thursday to discuss how to break China's stranglehold on critical materials, Finance Minister Roland Lescure said, announcing plans to rebuild the industry in France.
Short Interest in iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEARCA:EWQ) Declines By 22.2%
iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEARCA:EWQ - Get Free Report) saw a large decrease in short interest in March. As of March 31st, there was short interest totaling 713,318 shares, a decrease of 22.2% from the March 15th total of 917,250 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 699,628 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently
ABC Arbitrage SA Decreases Holdings in iShares MSCI France ETF $EWQ
ABC Arbitrage SA decreased its holdings in iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEARCA:EWQ) by 59.9% in the third quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 28,361 shares of the exchange traded fund's stock after selling 42,277 shares during the period. ABC Arbitrage SA owned approximately
iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEARCA:EWQ) Share Price Pass Above 50-Day Moving Average – Time to Sell?
iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEARCA:EWQ - Get Free Report) shares passed above its 50-day moving average during trading on Tuesday. The stock has a 50-day moving average of $44.82 and traded as high as $44.84. iShares MSCI France ETF shares last traded at $44.55, with a volume of 745,506 shares changing hands. Key Headlines
EWQ: Falling Real Rates Delayed The Bear Case, But 2026 May Not
EWQ: Falling Real Rates Delayed The Bear Case, But 2026 May Not
iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEARCA:EWQ) Shares Pass Above Fifty Day Moving Average – Here’s What Happened
Shares of iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEARCA:EWQ - Get Free Report) passed above its fifty day moving average during trading on Wednesday. The stock has a fifty day moving average of $44.54 and traded as high as $45.03. iShares MSCI France ETF shares last traded at $44.98, with a volume of 216,063 shares trading
EWQ: French Stocks Remain Attractively Valued Heading Into 2026
The iShares MSCI France ETF has outperformed the S&P 500 in 2025, benefiting from a stronger euro. With the ECB on hold and the Fed widely expected to continue with rate cuts, EUR/USD futures price in incremental EUR strength in 2026. Coupled with more attractive current valuations, this should allow EWQ to outperform the S&P 500 next year.
Avestar Capital LLC Acquires New Position in iShares MSCI France ETF $EWQ
Avestar Capital LLC bought a new stake in shares of iShares MSCI France ETF (NYSEARCA:EWQ) during the undefined quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm bought 13,571 shares of the exchange traded fund's stock, valued at approximately $581,000. Avestar Capital LLC owned about 0.15%
Why French Stocks Are Ignoring the Political Debacle
France is an underappreciated export powerhouse whose listed companies reap three-quarters of their sales beyond its borders. Of the top 10 names in the index, only BNP Paribas could be considered domestic-facing.