Why iShares ETFs in 401k Plans?

What are iShares ETFs?

iShares is a leader in exchange traded products with 46% of the U.S. ETF industry AUM market share.¹ Our breadth and depth of products include more than 430 funds globally and $557 billion in assets under management.² iShares is a line of business of BlackRock, a worldwide leader in investment management, risk management and advisory services for institutional and retail investors.

iShares ETFs offer investors transparent, flexible exposure to virtually every angle of the market?from broad-based total market exposure to narrower country- or sector-specific slices. The iShares family of ETFs includes funds spanning equities, fixed income and specialty asset classes that are traded globally on 18 exchanges.

Since its inception, iShares has been committed to acting as a partner and advocate for financial professionals and institutional investors, offering a unique combination of products, tools, educational resources and dedicated support. iShares will continue to evolve its offerings, both product and service-based, to support the dynamic needs of the investment community.

Learn more about integrating ETFs into 401(k) plans.

1. Source: FactSet, 9/30/10
2. Source: BlackRock, 9/30/10

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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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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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