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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
79
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.52%
Avg. Dividend Yield
2.95%
Avg. 1 Year Return
28.09%
Median Risk/Return Score
56 / 100
The Best Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

79 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
Schwab Fundamental Emerging Markets Equity ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesAug 15, 20130.39%
9.44%
10.61%
3.78%
49
Goldman Sachs ActiveBeta Emerging Markets Equity E...Emerging Markets EquitiesSep 29, 20150.45%
23.19%
9.74%
1.87%
67
Pacific North of South Global Emerging Markets Equ...Emerging Markets EquitiesJan 22, 20250.75%
32.61%
5.28%
89
Global X MSCI Greece ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesDec 7, 20110.58%
13.41%
16.94%
3.06%
36
Goldman Sachs MarketBeta Emerging Markets Equity E...Emerging Markets EquitiesMay 12, 20200.36%
23.07%
2.05%
67
Invesco India ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesMar 5, 20080.78%
-15.16%
8.50%
11.88%
1
Xtrackers Nifty 500 India ETFIndia Equities, Emerging Markets Equities, Asia Pacific EquitiesNov 25, 20250.19%
-7.51%
0.34%
iShares India 50 ETFIndia Equities, Emerging Markets Equities, Asia Pacific EquitiesNov 18, 20090.65%
-11.09%
6.89%
9.36%
3
JPMorgan ActiveBuilders Emerging Markets Equity ET...Emerging Markets EquitiesMar 10, 20210.39%
28.41%
2.28%
80
John Hancock Multifactor Emerging Markets ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesSep 27, 20180.49%
20.87%
1.79%
67
J.P. Morgan Diversified Return Emerging Markets Eq...Emerging Markets EquitiesJan 7, 20150.44%
4.92%
7.79%
4.43%
39
KraneShares Emerging Markets Consumer Technology I...Emerging Markets EquitiesOct 11, 20170.60%
1.78%
5.17%
20
KraneShares Dragon Capital Vietnam Growth Index ET...Emerging Markets Equities, Asia Pacific EquitiesDec 2, 20251.03%
-5.63%
11.02%
iShares MSCI Saudi Arabia ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesSep 16, 20150.74%
5.41%
7.67%
2.73%
10
iShares ESG MSCI EM Leaders ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesFeb 5, 20200.16%
3.23%
2.98%
24
PIMCO RAFI Dynamic Multi-Factor Emerging Markets E...Emerging Markets Equities, Multi-factorAug 31, 20170.49%
19.78%
2.32%
55
Nuveen ESG Emerging Markets Equity ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesJun 7, 20170.35%
16.78%
3.07%
52
KraneShares MSCI One Belt One Road Index ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesSep 7, 20170.79%
-2.00%
1.98%
20
Invesco DWA Emerging Markets Momentum ETFMomentum, Emerging Markets EquitiesDec 28, 20070.90%
37.80%
10.21%
1.76%
87
Invesco FTSE RAFI Emerging Markets ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesSep 27, 20070.50%
8.65%
10.09%
4.42%
48

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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 (24.73%). Across the lineup, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 28.09% and an average 5-year return of 6.26%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
Global X MSCI Greece ETF
24.73%
278.08MDec 2011
iShares MSCI Turkey ETF
16.04%
192.44MMar 2008
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF
12.48%
25.43BJul 2017
Columbia EM Core ex-China ETF
11.52%
2.09BSep 2015
Hartford Multifactor Emerging Markets ETF
11.45%
108.97MFeb 2015

Lowest-Cost Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs is SPEM (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.

SymbolNameExpense RatioAUMInception
SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETF0.07%17.36BMar 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%87.64MApr 2020
Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF0.11%12.30BJan 2010

Highest-Yield Emerging Markets Equities ETFs

The top Emerging Markets Equities ETFs is IMVP (11.88%). Across the lineup, Emerging Markets Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.95%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

SymbolNameDividend YieldAUMInception
Invesco India ETF11.88%128.70MMar 2008
KraneShares Dragon Capital Vietnam Growth Index ET...11.02%13.07MDec 2025
iShares India 50 ETF9.36%563.05MNov 2009
iShares MSCI South Africa ETF8.01%604.91MFeb 2003
Pacific North of South Global Emerging Markets Equ...5.28%366.05MJan 2025

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