Investors should consider carefully information contained in the prospectus, including investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses. You can request a prospectus by calling 1-800-435-4000. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.

International investments are subject to additional risks such as currency fluctuation, political instability and the potential for illiquid markets.

Diversification may not protect against market risk.

Exchange-traded funds are subject to risks similar to those of stocks. Investment returns will fluctuate and are subject to market volatility, so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed or sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Unlike mutual funds, shares of ETFs are not individually redeemable directly with the ETF.

Schwab ETFs are distributed by SEI Investments Distribution Co. (SIDCO). SIDCO is not affiliated with Schwab.

Online trades of Schwab ETFs are commission-free at Schwab, while trades of third-party ETFs are subject to commissions. Broker-Assisted and Automated Phone trades of Schwab ETFs are subject to commissions and service charges. Direct Access trades are subject to commissions of $.003 for each share over the first 5,000. Minimum $1,000 deposit is required to open most Schwab brokerage accounts. Waivers may apply. See the Charles Schwab Pricing Guide for details. All ETFs are subject to management fees and expenses.

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