Gain exposure to Israel ’ s vibrant economy , which has historically demonstrated consistent growth and is driven by the innovative spirit that earned it the nickname , the Start-Up Nation .

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An investment in the Fund may be subject to risks which include , among others , investing in Israeli issuers , foreign securities , foreign currency , depositary receipts , financials sector , health care sector , information technology sector , small- , medium- and micro-capitalization companies , equity securities , market , operational , index tracking , authorized participant concentration , no guarantee of active trading market , trading issues , passive management , fund shares trading , premium / discount risk and liquidity of fund shares , non-diversified and concentration risks , all of which may adversely affect the Fund . Foreign investments are subject to risks , which include changes in economic and political conditions , foreign currency fluctuations , changes in foreign regulations , and changes in currency exchange rates which may negatively impact the Fund ’ s return . Small- , medium- and micro-capitalization companies may be subject to elevated risks .

Fund shares are not individually redeemable and will be issued and redeemed at their Net Asset Value ( NAV ) only through certain authorized broker-dealers in large , specified blocks of shares called “ creation units ” and otherwise can be bought and sold only through exchange trading . Shares may trade at a premium or discount to their NAV in the secondary market . You will incur brokerage expenses when trading fund shares in the secondary market . Past performance is no guarantee of future results . Returns for actual fund investments may differ from what is shown because of differences in timing , the amount invested , and fees and expenses .

Investing involves substantial risk and high volatility , including possible loss of principal . An investor should consider the investment objective , risks , charges and expenses of a Fund carefully before investing . To obtain a prospectus and summary prospectus , which contain this and other information , call 800.826.2333 or visit vaneck . com . Please read the prospectus and summary prospectus carefully before investing .

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