BlackRock International Fund of BlackRock Series, Inc.Institutional Shares (MAILX)
| Fund Assets | 1.20B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.66% |
| Min. Investment | $2,000,000 |
| Turnover | 50.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.18 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.84% |
| Dividend Growth | -16.24% |
| Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Previous Close | 21.04 |
| YTD Return | 7.68% |
| 1-Year Return | 5.60% |
| 5-Year Return | 35.65% |
| 52-Week Low | 17.56 |
| 52-Week High | 21.25 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 36 |
| Inception Date | Oct 30, 1998 |
About MAILX
BlackRock International Fund Institutional Shares is an actively managed mutual fund focused on long-term capital growth by investing primarily in stocks of companies located outside the United States. The fund typically allocates at least 75% of its assets to global equities across a diversified set of industries and regions, targeting companies of all market capitalizations, with main emphasis on medium and large-cap names. This strategy allows for broad exposure to international markets, seeking to capture growth opportunities unavailable in the U.S. market. The portfolio is concentrated and high conviction, generally holding a select number of positions – with notable investments in sectors such as healthcare, technology, industrials, and communication services. Top holdings often include global leaders like Novo Nordisk, Sony Group, and ASML Holding, reflecting the fund’s focus on established multinational corporations with strong fundamentals. Managed by an experienced team, the fund applies rigorous fundamental research and a flexible approach to navigate global equity markets. As an institutional share class, it features a relatively low expense ratio, making it a cost-efficient option for large-scale investors seeking international diversification in their equity exposure.
Performance
MAILX had a total return of 5.60% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.14%.
Top 10 Holdings
50.05% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Sony Group Corporation | 6758 | 6.45% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | 2330 | 5.95% |
| Deutsche Telekom AG | DTE | 5.51% |
| Beiersdorf Aktiengesellschaft | BEI | 5.48% |
| Mastercard Incorporated | MA | 5.12% |
| Novo Nordisk A/S | NOVO.B | 4.56% |
| Asset Offset | n/a | 4.47% |
| Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited | CP | 4.39% |
| RELX PLC | REL | 4.15% |
| AstraZeneca PLC | AZN | 3.98% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2024 | $0.05744 | Dec 16, 2024 |
| Jul 18, 2024 | $0.11927 | Jul 19, 2024 |
| Dec 7, 2023 | $0.09298 | Dec 8, 2023 |
| Jul 20, 2023 | $0.11799 | Jul 21, 2023 |
| Dec 8, 2022 | $0.04814 | Dec 9, 2022 |
| Jul 14, 2022 | $0.13974 | Jul 15, 2022 |