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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
71
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.52%
Avg. Dividend Yield
2.93%
Avg. 1 Year Return
30.33%
Median Risk/Return Score
59 / 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
SPDR MSCI Emerging Markets Small Cap UCITS ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesMay 13, 20110.55%
15.33%
10.20%
0.00%
61
iShares Edge MSCI EM Minimum Volatility UCITS ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesNov 30, 20120.40%
17.59%
7.24%
0.00%
69
iShares Edge MSCI EM Value Factor UCITS ETF USD(Ac...Emerging Markets EquitiesDec 6, 20180.40%
43.83%
0.00%
94
Lyxor MSCI Emerging Markets Ex China UCITS ETF - A...Emerging Markets EquitiesJun 20, 20190.15%
37.91%
0.00%
90
Amundi MSCI Emerging ex China ESG Leaders Select U...Emerging Markets EquitiesOct 21, 20210.35%
18.18%
0.00%
67
Invesco MSCI Emerging Markets Universal Screened U...Emerging Markets EquitiesJul 7, 20210.19%
27.82%
0.00%
80
iShares MSCI EM ex-China UCITS ETF USD (Acc)Emerging Markets EquitiesApr 27, 20210.18%
38.77%
0.00%
94
First Trust Emerging Markets AlphaDEX UCITS ETF Ac...Emerging Markets EquitiesApr 9, 20130.80%
19.38%
10.14%
0.00%
84
Fidelity Emerging Markets Quality Income UCITS ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesSep 9, 20190.50%
35.14%
2.73%
93
Fidelity Emerging Markets Quality Income UCITS ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesNov 20, 20170.50%
34.78%
0.00%
93
Franklin Emerging Markets UCITS ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesOct 17, 20170.45%
15.59%
0.00%
76
iShares MSCI EM IMI ESG Screened UCITS ETF USD (Di...Emerging Markets EquitiesOct 19, 20180.18%
25.28%
0.02%
83
Invesco FTSE EM High Dividend Low Volatility UCITS...Emerging Markets EquitiesMay 27, 20160.49%
8.36%
8.19%
4.86%
79
HSBC MSCI Emerging Markets UCITS ETF USD (Acc)Emerging Markets EquitiesJun 28, 20220.15%
26.32%
0.00%
89
HSBC MSCI Emerging Markets UCITS ETF USDEmerging Markets EquitiesSep 5, 20110.15%
25.52%
8.47%
0.02%
86
HSBC Emerging Market Sustainable Equity UCITS ETF ...Emerging Markets EquitiesAug 27, 20200.18%
15.11%
0.00%
77
iShares MSCI EM UCITS ETF (Dist)Emerging Markets EquitiesNov 18, 20050.18%
25.90%
11.54%
2.01%
89
iShares MSCI EM UCITS ETF USD (Acc)Emerging Markets EquitiesSep 25, 20090.18%
25.60%
10.07%
0.00%
80
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Small Cap UCITS ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesMar 6, 20090.74%
15.99%
9.32%
1.61%
54
iShares MSCI EM Islamic UCITS ETF USD (Dist)Emerging Markets EquitiesDec 7, 20070.85%
60.11%
13.09%
1.08%
95

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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 EVLU (88) and GEME (88). 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 (23.47%). Across the lineup, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 30.33% and an average 5-year return of 5.76%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
Global X MSCI Greece ETF
23.47%
277.54MDec 2011
iShares MSCI Turkey ETF
14.16%
218.28MMar 2008
Hartford Multifactor Emerging Markets ETF
11.10%
119.41MFeb 2015
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF
10.70%
24.61BJul 2017
SPDR S&P Emerging Markets Dividend ETF
10.26%
1.25BFeb 2011

Lowest-Cost Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs is VEXC (0.07%). With an average expense ratio of 0.52%, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

Highest-Yield Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs is KPHO (11.12%). Across the lineup, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.93%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

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