BlackRock® Canada Announces Product Changes

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Methodology change for the iShares S&P Global Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (CAD-Hedged)

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The iShares S&P Global Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (“XCD”) seeks to replicate the performance of the S&P Global 1200 Consumer Discretionary (Sector) Capped CAD Hedged Index, net of expenses.

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S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC, the index provider of the S&P Global 1200 Consumer Discretionary (Sector) Capped CAD Hedged Index, announced that as part of the regularly scheduled rebalance on March 23, 2026, the capping methodology of the S&P Global 1200 Consumer Discretionary (Sector) Capped CAD Hedged Index will change by removing the limit on the weight of the securities of any single issuer to a maximum of 10% of the index.

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For more information about the iShares Funds, please visit www.blackrock.com/ca.

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About BlackRock

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BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate.

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About iShares

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iShares unlocks opportunity across markets to meet the evolving needs of investors. With more than twenty years of experience, a global line-up of more than 1,700 exchange traded funds (ETFs) and approximately US$5.47 trillion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025, iShares continues to drive progress for the financial industry. iShares funds are powered by the expert portfolio and risk management of BlackRock.

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iShares® ETFs are managed by BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited.

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Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investing in iShares ETFs. Please read the relevant prospectus before investing. The funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. Tax, investment and all other decisions should be made, as appropriate, only with guidance from a qualified professional.

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