Why iShares ETFs in 401k Plans?

iShares ETFs in 401(k) plans are an idea
whose time has come for three key reasons

With the changing 401(k) industry landscape focused on cost and transparency, it's time to retire the old ideas of what a 401(k) plan has to be. iShares Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) offer a number of advantages for constructing a 401(k) plan, such as:

Cost Efficiency

iShares ETFs can help keep the total plan cost down through their low cost.

Transparency

iShares ETFs have no hidden fees.

Flexibility

iShares ETFs offer a flexible investment lineup across virtually every global asset class.

iShares ETFs are available through more than 100 providers who have developed solutions to enable you to offer them alongside mutual funds in your clients' 401(k) plans.

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For a full list of more than 100 providers offering iShares ETFs, contact the iShares Retirement Sales Team:

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Using ETFs in 401(k) Plans

Leverage the cost-efficiency of iShares ETFs for portfolio completion or as part of a core/satellite strategy.

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What are ETFs?

ETFs are one of the fastest- growing investment vehicles in the financial market today.

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Carefully consider the iShares Funds' investment objectives, risk factors, and charges and expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Funds' prospectuses, which may be obtained by calling 1-800-iShares (1-800-474-2737) or by visiting www.iShares.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing.

Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal.

Diversification and asset allocation may not protect against market risk.

iShares transactions may result in record-keeping fees, but the savings from low annual fees can help offset these costs. Other plan fees may apply.

Investment comparisons are for illustrative purposes only and are not meant to be all-inclusive. To better understand the similarities and differences between investments, including investment objectives, risks, fees and expenses, it is important to read the products' prospectuses.

The iShares Funds ("Funds") are distributed by SEI Investments Distribution Co. ("SEI"). BlackRock Fund Advisors ("BFA") serves as the investment advisor to the Funds. BFA is a subsidiary of BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A., neither of which is affiliated with SEI.

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Why iShares ETFs in 401k Plans?

iShares ETFs in 401(k) plans are an idea whose time has come for three key reasons

Cost Efficiency

Transparency

Flexibility

iShares ETFs in 401(k) plans are an idea
whose time has come for three key reasons