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The Best Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Emerging Markets Equities ETFs.

Emerging markets equities ETFs are exchange-traded funds that invest in a diversified portfolio of companies based in emerging market countries. These countries typically have lower per capita income, less developed infrastructure and institutions, and higher economic and political risk than developed countries. Examples of emerging market countries include China, Brazil, India, Russia, South Africa, and many others.

Emerging markets equity ETFs provide exposure to the growth potential of these economies and companies. However, they are considered to be riskier than developed markets equity ETFs due to the potential for greater volatility and political instability. They also tend to be more sensitive to changes in global economic conditions and currency fluctuations. Nevertheless, despite the risks, many investors see the long-term potential for returns in these markets and use these ETFs to gain diversified exposure to them.

Number of ETFs
86
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.53%
Avg. Dividend Yield
2.74%
Avg. 1 Year Return
25.81%
Median Risk/Return Score
54 / 100
The Best Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

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SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
VanEck MSCI Multifactor Emerging Markets Equity ET...Emerging Markets EquitiesApr 10, 20180.69%
26.61%
13.38%
55
Fidelity Global Emerging Markets Active ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesOct 29, 20180.99%
11.39%
9.60%
39
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (AU)Emerging Markets EquitiesApr 7, 2003
14.97%
9.10%
0.80%
51
Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets Shares ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesNov 18, 2013
4.15%
8.28%
0.32%
26
SPDR ETFs Australia - State Street SPDR S&P Emergi...Emerging Markets EquitiesNov 11, 2013
6.00%
8.90%
7.16%
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Best Emerging Markets Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are GEME (89) and PIE (87). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

Best-Performing Emerging Markets Equities ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs is GREK (27.37%). Across the lineup, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 25.81% and an average 5-year return of 6.70%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
Global X MSCI Greece ETF
27.37%
289.09MDec 2011
iShares MSCI Turkey ETF
15.78%
204.17MMar 2008
SPDR S&P Emerging Markets Dividend ETF
12.20%
1.22BFeb 2011
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF
11.85%
24.99BJul 2017
Hartford Multifactor Emerging Markets ETF
11.56%
109.30MFeb 2015

Lowest-Cost Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs is SPEM (0.07%). With an average expense ratio of 0.53%, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

SymbolNameExpense RatioAUMInception
SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETF0.07%17.31BMar 2007
Vanguard Emerging Markets Ex-China ETF0.07%235.70MSep 2025
Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF0.08%162.80BMar 2005
BNY Mellon Emerging Markets Equity ETF0.11%86.15MApr 2020
Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF0.11%12.63BJan 2010

Highest-Yield Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs is IMVP (11.87%). Across the lineup, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.74%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

SymbolNameDividend YieldAUMInception
Invesco India ETF11.87%126.71MMar 2008
KraneShares Dragon Capital Vietnam Growth Index ET...11.46%12.94MDec 2025
iShares India 50 ETF9.54%560.85MNov 2009
iShares MSCI South Africa ETF7.92%549.49MFeb 2003
Pacific North of South Global Emerging Markets Equ...5.34%366.05MJan 2025

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