Building blocks that give your portfolio global reach
Australian investors are diversifying their investments globally. In this video Jon Howie, Head of iShares Australia, discusses how international ETFs can be used as building blocks to allow advisers access to international opportunities in a simple and transparent way. It’s all about assisting advisers to achieve better outcomes for their clients and their businesses.
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