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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
2.76%
Avg. 1 Year Return
23.55%
Median Risk/Return Score
54 / 100
The Best Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

74 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets UCITS ETF AccEmerging Markets EquitiesSep 24, 20190.22%
12.71%
0.00%
59
Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets UCITS ETF Distribut...Emerging Markets EquitiesMay 22, 20120.22%
12.71%
2.04%
58
WisdomTree Emerging Markets Equity Income UCITS ET...Emerging Markets EquitiesNov 2, 20160.46%
18.99%
0.00%
79
WisdomTree Emerging Markets SmallCap Dividend UCIT...Emerging Markets EquitiesNov 19, 20140.54%
10.52%
7.83%
3.18%
40
WisdomTree Emerging Markets Equity Income UCITS ET...Emerging Markets EquitiesNov 19, 20140.46%
18.74%
8.58%
3.65%
73
Xtrackers MSCI Pakistan Swap UCITS ETF (Acc)Emerging Markets EquitiesSep 19, 20110.85%
1.30%
-2.00%
0.00%
31
Xtrackers MSCI Emerging Markets UCITS ETF 1DEmerging Markets EquitiesNov 3, 20210.18%
21.52%
1.63%
72
Xtrackers Vietnam Swap UCITS ETF 1CEmerging Markets Equities, Asia Pacific EquitiesJan 15, 20080.85%
-3.77%
0.00%
30
Xtrackers MSCI GCC Select Swap UCITS ETF (Acc)Emerging Markets EquitiesFeb 5, 20150.65%
4.97%
7.38%
0.00%
16
Xtrackers MSCI Africa Top 50 Swap UCITS ETF (Acc)Emerging Markets EquitiesMay 9, 20110.65%
-0.76%
2.88%
0.00%
24
Xtrackers MSCI Emerging Markets UCITS ETF 1CEmerging Markets EquitiesJun 21, 20170.18%
24.17%
0.00%
78
Xtrackers MSCI Philippines UCITS ETF 1CEmerging Markets EquitiesApr 12, 20110.65%
6.92%
-3.57%
0.00%
12
WisdomTree Emerging Markets ex-State-Owned Enterpr...Emerging Markets EquitiesAug 18, 20210.32%
17.37%
0.00%
65
Xtrackers MSCI Emerging Markets ESG UCITS ETF 1CEmerging Markets EquitiesOct 15, 20190.25%
10.09%
0.00%
38

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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 EVLU (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 (27.89%). Across the lineup, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 23.55% and an average 5-year return of 6.71%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
Global X MSCI Greece ETF
27.89%
279.21MDec 2011
iShares MSCI Turkey ETF
16.25%
204.91MMar 2008
SPDR S&P Emerging Markets Dividend ETF
12.20%
1.24BFeb 2011
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF
11.86%
23.48BJul 2017
Hartford Multifactor Emerging Markets ETF
11.34%
105.28MFeb 2015

Lowest-Cost Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs is VEXC (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
Vanguard Emerging Markets Ex-China ETF0.07%258.70MSep 2025
SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETF0.07%17.42BMar 2007
Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF0.08%163.30BMar 2005
Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF0.11%12.23BJan 2010
BNY Mellon Emerging Markets Equity ETF0.11%82.65MApr 2020

Highest-Yield Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs is IMVP (11.91%). Across the lineup, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.76%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

SymbolNameDividend YieldAUMInception
Invesco India ETF11.91%123.00MMar 2008
KraneShares Dragon Capital Vietnam Growth Index ET...11.85%12.54MDec 2025
iShares India 50 ETF9.52%558.94MNov 2009
iShares MSCI South Africa ETF8.10%535.74MFeb 2003
Pacific North of South Global Emerging Markets Equ...5.35%366.05MJan 2025

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