John Hancock Multifactor Emerging Markets ETF (JHEM)

The John Hancock Multifactor Emerging Markets ETF is strategically designed to provide targeted exposure to emerging markets by investing primarily in a broad range of securities associated with these regions. Under normal circumstances, the fund allocates at least 80% of its net assets, including any borrowings for investment purposes, to securities that are part of its underlying index. This includes direct investments in index securities, depositary receipts that represent those securities, and the underlying stocks related to these depositary receipts.

The index tracked by the ETF is specifically crafted to include a selection of securities from emerging markets, and may also encompass frontier markets, which are characterized by their earlier stages of economic development compared to more established emerging markets. This index is designed to capture a diverse array of investment opportunities within these dynamic regions, providing investors with access to a broad spectrum of emerging market assets.

John Hancock's approach focuses on incorporating multifactor investment strategies, which involve evaluating securities based on various financial and fundamental factors. This methodology aims to identify high-potential investments within the emerging markets landscape by considering factors such as value, quality, and momentum.

The ETF is managed with a focus on diversification and efficiency, seeking to offer investors a comprehensive exposure to emerging markets while minimizing individual security risk. By investing in both established and frontier markets, the fund provides a unique opportunity for investors to capitalize on the growth potential of less mature economies and benefit from the broader economic expansion in these regions.