{
  "id": 16578970,
  "title": "iShares MSCI World ETF vs. iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF: Which Is the Better Buy for the Next Decade?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/ishares-msci-world-etf-vs-ishares-core-msci-total-international-stock",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-26T09:00:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Motley Fool",
    "slug": "motley-fool",
    "url": "https://www.fool.com/coverage/etfs/2026/10/26/ishares-msci-world-etf-vs-ishares-core-msci-total-international-stock-etf-which-is-the-better-buy-for-the-next-decade/?source=iedfolrf0000001"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The iShares MSCI World ETF and the iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF are two distinct investment options for the long term. While both seek to diversify portfolios beyond domestic borders, their strategies differ. The iShares MSCI World ETF emphasizes developed economies with a focus on large-cap growth, while the iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF encompasses both developed and emerging markets at a lower cost.\n\nIn terms of expense ratio, the iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF is more affordable with a 0.07% fee, compared to the iShares MSCI World ETF's 0.49%. Moreover, the latter offers a higher dividend yield, currently at 1.4% on a ~$209.1 share price, while the former yields 3% on a ~$95.0 share price. However, the higher yield of the iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF is not without its cost; its portfolio is made up of 4,584 securities, compared to the iShares MSCI World ETF's 1,252 holdings.\n\nAmong its top holdings, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM) and Samsung Electronics (KOSE:A005930) each hold significant weight, at 4.50% and 2.18% respectively, mirroring the iShares MSCI World ETF's preference for tech giants like Nvidia (NVDA) and Apple (AAPL).\n\nGiven its broader reach and lower fees, the iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF appears to be the more advantageous choice for the next decade, particularly for those already invested in U.S. stocks. The iShares MSCI World ETF, while having an appeal due to its significant exposure to tech giants, may be redundant for those with similar holdings. The iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF's diversification across more than 4,500 companies in developed and emerging markets makes it a valuable addition to a diversified portfolio, especially for long-term investors. Its lower valuation at roughly 19 times earnings, as opposed to 26 for the iShares MSCI World ETF, and its lower costs combined with a higher dividend yield, make it an attractive option for investors seeking income and modest international exposure.",
  "summary": "Two global ETFs offer investors access to some of the world's largest companies, but where they invest could make all the difference in long-term returns.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}