BlackRock Lists Three New ETFs on London Stock Exchange, Expands Thematic and Core Offerings

The listings include a first-of-its-kind quantum computing fund, alongside new listings for a low-cost US equity swap ETF and a global high yield bond fund.

The move reflects two concurrent industry trends: the ongoing demand for innovative thematic exposure and the steady expansion of efficient, core building blocks for portfolios.

Spotlight: The Quantum Computing Theme

The listing of the iShares Quantum Computing UCITS ETF (QANT) offers UK investors a dedicated conduit to a rapidly advancing sector. The underlying STOXX index uses a multi-focus methodology, analysing company patents, annual reports, and corporate websites to generate a proprietary score determining inclusion and weight.

The index has significantly outperformed broader global and technology benchmarks in recent years, gaining 348% over the past three years. The fund is classified as an Article 8 product under the EU’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), incorporating certain ESG screening criteria.

A Broader Market Context

Today’s listings align with key trends identified in the 2026 ETF outlook. First, the quantum computing fund represents the continued “innovation in non-traditional strategies,” a segment that has driven approximately 70% of new product launches in recent years. Secondly, the new share class for the established MSCI USA ETF illustrates the industry’s focus on expanding access and providing cost-efficient core exposure.

The quantum computing ETF (QANT) was first listed on Euronext Amsterdam and Xetra in December 2025. Today’s listings on the LSE and the SIX Swiss Exchange significantly widen its distribution to British and Swiss investors. The MSCI USA Swap ETF (MUSD) was initially listed in October 2022.

Important Considerations for Investors

While thematic ETFs like QANT offer targeted growth exposure, they carry specific, concentrated risks. The fund’s documentation warns that investment risk is concentrated in specific sectors, making it more sensitive to localised economic, market, or regulatory events. The technology sector is also subject to rapid change, intellectual property risks, and intense competition.

For the synthetic MUSD ETF, investors assume counterparty risk associated with the swap structure, in addition to standard equity market risks. All capital is at risk, and past performance of an index is not a reliable indicator of future results for any of these funds.