(IQLT) iShares MSCI Intl Quality - Ratings and Ratios

The iShares MSCI Intl Quality Factor ETF (NYSE ARCA: IQLT) is designed to track the performance of international developed large- and mid-capitalization stocks that exhibit higher quality characteristics. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of its underlying index or in investments with substantially identical economic characteristics. The index identifies quality through three key fundamental variables: return on equity (ROE), earnings variability, and debt-to-equity ratio. This approach aims to capture companies with strong financial health, stable earnings, and prudent leverage. The ETF provides exposure to a diversified portfolio of international equities, focusing on developed markets outside the U.S.

Based on the provided data, the ETFs short-term outlook appears neutral to slightly bearish. The last price of $40.28 is above the 20-day SMA ($39.09) but below the 50-day SMA ($39.84), indicating recent weakness. The 200-day SMA ($39.16) suggests a flat longer-term trend. The average true range (ATR) of 0.77 signals moderate volatility. Over the next three months, the fund is likely to trade within a narrow range, potentially testing support near $38.50 or resistance at $41.50. The high AUM of $8,730.57M underscores its liquidity and investor confidence, but technical indicators currently lack a clear directional bias.