EWL: Inflation Remains Low In Switzerland

Summary

• The annual inflation rate in Switzerland rose to 3.3% in January 2023, which is considerably lower than other developed countries.
• Switzerland’s low inflation rates can be attributed to a range of factors, including a strong currency, energy self-sufficiency, and a high GDP per capita.
• Switzerland has largely been insulated from the high inflationary environment experienced by other developed countries, which makes the EWL fund a compelling investment option in the current climate.

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Overview

The iShares MSCI Switzerland Capped ETF (NYSEARCA:EWL) is a fund that invests primarily in Swiss equities and provides investors with exposure to a diverse range of companies in Switzerland. The fund seeks to track the

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