What is iShares Core MSCI World UCITS ETF
iShares Core MSCI World UCITS ETF falls under the Global Large-Cap Blend Equity category, with the top three holdings being NVIDIA Corporation (5.2%), Apple Inc. (5.0%) and Microsoft Corporation (3.7%). Over the past 12 months, the fund has returned +20.8%.
Frequently asked questions
Does this ETF pay dividends?
No, it's accumulating: dividends received from the underlying companies are automatically reinvested into the fund rather than paid out.
What's the difference from the distributing version?
The distributing version (different ticker) pays dividends periodically to the investor instead of reinvesting them; for the same gross return, accumulating is generally more tax-efficient for investors who don't need regular income.
How is this ETF taxed in the UK?
Held outside an ISA or SIPP, gains are subject to Capital Gains Tax and dividends (or the equivalent for accumulating funds) may be subject to dividend tax — see our dedicated UK tax guide. Held within an ISA, both are entirely exempt.
