SPDR Dow Jones International Real Estate ETF

The SPDR Dow Jones International Real Estate ETF is an exchange-traded fund that aims to provide investment results that correspond generally to the performance of the Dow Jones Global ex-U.S. Select Real Estate Securities Index. This ETF focuses on international real estate markets, excluding the United States, and gives investors exposure to a diverse portfolio of real estate investment companies and trusts outside the U.S. The primary purpose of this ETF is to offer a means for investors to gain access to real estate markets across various developed and emerging countries, enhancing geographic diversification within a broader investment portfolio. This ETF is significant in the financial market as it provides a sector-specific investment vehicle that can help manage portfolio risk through geographical diversification while tapping into the growth potential of international real estate markets. By doing so, it allows both institutional and individual investors to efficiently track and invest in global real estate trends without the complexities of directly investing in foreign real estate properties or securities.