The Best Asia Pacific Equities ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Asia Pacific Equities ETFs.
Asia Pacific Equities ETFs are exchange-traded funds that invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks from companies in the Asia Pacific region. These ETFs provide investors with a way to gain exposure to the performance of the Asia Pacific stock market and can be a valuable tool for diversifying a portfolio. The ETFs can hold stocks from different sectors and countries within the Asia Pacific region, depending on the ETF's investment strategy. Some examples of countries included in the Asia Pacific region are China, Japan, Australia, and South Korea. In addition, due to the diverse nature of the region, ETFs can offer exposure to a wide range of sectors and industries, such as technology, energy, consumer goods, and financials.
- Number of ETFs
- 124
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.65%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 2.69%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 20.94%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 39 / 100
The Best Asia Pacific Equities ETFs
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Best Asia Pacific Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Asia Pacific Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are KCAI (95) and DXJ (92).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KraneShares China Alpha Index ETF | 95 | 3.29M | Aug 2024 | |
| WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund | 92 | 7.17B | Jun 2006 | |
| WisdomTree Japan Opportunities ETF | 91 | 279.45M | Jun 2013 | |
| Franklin FTSE Taiwan ETF | 90 | 2.66B | Nov 2017 | |
| iShares Asia/Pacific Dividend ETF | 90 | 71.70M | Feb 2012 |
Best-Performing Asia Pacific Equities ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Asia Pacific Equities ETFs is DXJ (26.79%).
Across the lineup, Asia Pacific Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 20.94% and an average 5-year return of 2.28%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund | 26.79% | 7.17B | Jun 2006 | |
| WisdomTree Japan Opportunities ETF | 24.18% | 279.45M | Jun 2013 | |
| Xtrackers MSCI Japan Hedged Equity ETF | 21.51% | 674.46M | Jun 2011 | |
| iShares Currency Hedged MSCI Japan ETF | 21.41% | 716.13M | Jan 2014 | |
| Franklin FTSE Japan Hedged ETF | 20.83% | 179.16M | Nov 2017 |
Lowest-Cost Asia Pacific Equities ETFs
The top Asia Pacific Equities ETFs is VPL (0.08%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.65%, Asia Pacific Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard FTSE Pacific ETF | 0.08% | 13.80B | Mar 2005 | |
| Franklin FTSE Australia ETF | 0.09% | 176.77M | Nov 2017 | |
| Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF | 0.09% | 1.39B | Nov 2017 | |
| Franklin FTSE Japan ETF | 0.09% | 3.94B | Nov 2017 | |
| Franklin FTSE Japan Hedged ETF | 0.09% | 179.16M | Nov 2017 |
Highest-Yield Asia Pacific Equities ETFs
The top Asia Pacific Equities ETFs is KCAI (32.99%).
Across the lineup, Asia Pacific Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.69%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KraneShares China Alpha Index ETF | 32.99% | 3.29M | Aug 2024 | |
| KraneShares Dragon Capital Vietnam Growth Index ET... | 12.03% | 12.00M | Dec 2025 | |
| Invesco India ETF | 11.79% | 113.81M | Mar 2008 | |
| iShares India 50 ETF | 9.27% | 563.62M | Nov 2009 | |
| PLUS Korea Defense Industry Index ETF | 8.38% | 59.99M | Feb 2025 |
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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot
The Risk vs. Return Scatterplot allows you to quickly compare funds, stocks, and ETFs in one view. It displays the yearly return of an instrument on one axis and the risk (volatility) on the other.
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