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
- 56
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.56%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 2.60%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 25.09%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 32 / 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 FLTW (94) and EWT (93).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin FTSE Taiwan ETF | 94 | 2.77B | Nov 2017 | |
| iShares MSCI Taiwan ETF | 93 | 10.75B | Jun 2000 | |
| iShares MSCI South Korea ETF | 92 | 24.14B | May 2000 | |
| Matthews Korea Active ETF | 92 | 149.29M | Oct 2010 | |
| Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF | 91 | 1.06B | Nov 2017 |
Best-Performing Asia Pacific Equities ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Asia Pacific Equities ETFs is FLTW (19.56%).
Across the lineup, Asia Pacific Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 25.09% and an average 5-year return of 4.70%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin FTSE Taiwan ETF | 19.56% | 2.77B | Nov 2017 | |
| iShares MSCI Taiwan ETF | 16.31% | 10.75B | Jun 2000 | |
| iShares MSCI South Korea ETF | 15.71% | 24.14B | May 2000 | |
| Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF | 14.78% | 1.06B | Nov 2017 | |
| First Trust Asia Pacific ex-Japan AlphaDEX Fund | 10.92% | 141.85M | Apr 2011 |
Lowest-Cost Asia Pacific Equities ETFs
The top Asia Pacific Equities ETFs is VPL (0.08%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.56%, 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% | 13.10B | Mar 2005 | |
| Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF | 0.09% | 1.06B | Nov 2017 | |
| iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF | 0.09% | 2.59B | Jun 2014 | |
| Franklin FTSE Australia ETF | 0.09% | 85.75M | Nov 2017 | |
| BNY Mellon Emerging Markets Equity ETF | 0.11% | 89.35M | Apr 2020 |
Highest-Yield Asia Pacific Equities ETFs
The top Asia Pacific Equities ETFs is KPHO (11.12%).
Across the lineup, Asia Pacific Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.60%, 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 Dragon Capital Vietnam Growth Index ET... | 11.12% | 13.12M | Dec 2025 | |
| iShares India 50 ETF | 9.58% | 560.36M | Nov 2009 | |
| iShares MSCI China Small-Cap ETF | 6.71% | 71.37M | Sep 2010 | |
| iShares MSCI Indonesia ETF | 5.93% | 288.61M | May 2010 | |
| WisdomTree India Hedged Equity Fund | 5.82% | 5.84M | May 2024 |
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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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