The Best China Equities ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of China Equities ETFs.
China Equities ETFs are exchange-traded funds that invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks from companies based in China. These ETFs provide investors with a way to gain exposure to the performance of the Chinese stock market and can be a valuable tool for diversifying a portfolio. In addition, the ETFs can hold stocks from different sectors and industries within China, depending on the ETF's investment strategy.
- Number of ETFs
- 44
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.76%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 2.13%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 12.91%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 11 / 100
The Best China Equities ETFs
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| Symbol | Full Name | Category | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Return | 10Y Return (Annualized) | Dividend Yield | Risk / Return Rank | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Omega Ratio | Martin Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares China Index ETF | China Equities | Jan 21, 2010 | 0.87% | -6.21% | 3.26% | 2.25% | 10 | ||||||||
| BMO MSCI China ESG Leaders Index ETF | China Equities | Jan 19, 2010 | 0.67% | -9.47% | 1.65% | 1.41% | 11 |
Best China Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top China Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are CNXT (91) and NBCE (89).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VanEck Vectors ChinaAMC SME-ChiNext ETF | 91 | 146.97M | Jul 2014 | |
| Neuberger Berman China Equity ETF | 89 | 17.60M | Oct 2023 | |
| Matthews China Discovery Active ETF | 83 | 22.86M | Jan 2024 | |
| KraneShares Bosera MSCI China A Share ETF | 77 | 161.84M | Mar 2014 | |
| Xtrackers Harvest CSI 500 China A-Shares Small Cap... | 70 | 38.26M | May 2014 |
Best-Performing China Equities ETFs Over 5 Years
The top China Equities ETFs is KBA (5.44%).
Across the lineup, China Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 12.91% and an average 5-year return of -10.07%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KraneShares Bosera MSCI China A Share ETF | 5.44% | 161.84M | Mar 2014 | |
| First Trust China AlphaDEX Fund | 4.04% | 102.34M | Apr 2011 | |
| Xtrackers Harvest CSI 500 China A-Shares Small Cap... | 3.51% | 38.26M | May 2014 | |
| VanEck Vectors ChinaAMC SME-ChiNext ETF | 2.97% | 146.97M | Jul 2014 | |
| KraneShares SSE STAR Market 50 Index ETF | -1.23% | 192.71M | Jan 2021 |
Lowest-Cost China Equities ETFs
The top China Equities ETFs is FLCH (0.19%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.76%, China 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin FTSE China ETF | 0.19% | 272.96M | Nov 2017 | |
| WisdomTree China ex-State-Owned Enterprises Fund | 0.32% | 522.66M | Sep 2012 | |
| Themes China Generative Artificial Intelligence ET... | 0.39% | — | Jul 2025 | |
| iShares MSCI China A UCITS ETF | 0.40% | — | Apr 2015 | |
| Xtrackers MSCI All China Equity ETF | 0.50% | 5.96M | Apr 2014 |
Highest-Yield China Equities ETFs
The top China Equities ETFs is KWEB (7.95%).
Across the lineup, China Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.13%, 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 CSI China Internet ETF | 7.95% | 6.23B | Jul 2013 | |
| iShares MSCI China Small-Cap ETF | 6.71% | 71.37M | Sep 2010 | |
| Direxion Daily CSI China Internet Index Bull 2x Sh... | 6.03% | 253.16M | Nov 2016 | |
| Roundhill China Magnificent Seven ETF | 5.17% | 13.52M | Oct 2024 | |
| KraneShares MSCI All China Health Care Index ETF | 4.82% | 73.39M | Feb 2018 |
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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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