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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
iShares MSCI Qatar ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesApr 29, 20140.59%
-0.75%
3.90%
4.71%
10
SPDR MSCI Emerging Markets StrategicFactors ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesJun 4, 20140.30%
19.79%
8.67%
4.51%
61
First Trust RiverFront Dynamic Emerging Markets ET...Emerging Markets EquitiesJun 14, 20160.95%
16.35%
9.97%
2.72%
62
First Trust Emerging Markets Equity Select ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesJun 20, 20170.75%
-0.25%
2.38%
10
Hartford Multifactor Emerging Markets ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesFeb 26, 20150.44%
22.36%
9.58%
2.39%
82
Rayliant Wilshire NxtGen Emerging Markets Equity E...Emerging Markets EquitiesDec 15, 20210.52%
17.44%
1.83%
39
Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesJan 14, 20100.11%
8.62%
8.64%
2.68%
39
Global X MSCI SuperDividend Emerging Markets ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesMar 17, 20150.67%
9.20%
4.80%
5.08%
58
SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesMar 19, 20070.07%
9.66%
9.28%
2.56%
42
FT Vest Emerging Markets Buffer ETF - DecemberDefined Outcome, Emerging Markets EquitiesDec 20, 20240.95%
8.22%
0.00%
63
FT Vest Emerging Markets Buffer ETF - JuneDefined Outcome, Emerging Markets EquitiesJun 18, 20250.95%
1.59%
0.00%
51
iShares MSCI Turkey ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesMar 26, 20080.59%
15.29%
2.81%
2.14%
42
iShares MSCI UAE ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesApr 29, 20140.59%
4.15%
5.96%
4.43%
14
Vanguard Emerging Markets Ex-China ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesSep 30, 20250.07%
19.13%
1.44%
Global X MSCI Vietnam ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesDec 7, 20210.51%
-1.35%
0.50%
54
Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesMar 4, 20050.08%
9.10%
8.63%
2.36%
41
First Trust WCM Developing World Equity ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesMar 31, 20200.95%
12.16%
0.34%
33
Columbia EM Core ex-China ETFEmerging Markets EquitiesSep 2, 20150.16%
34.44%
12.55%
2.42%
82
WisdomTree Emerging Markets ex-State-Owned Enterpr...Emerging Markets EquitiesDec 10, 20140.32%
24.05%
10.71%
1.57%
68

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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 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.

SymbolNameExpense RatioAUMInception
Vanguard Emerging Markets Ex-China ETF0.07%235.70MSep 2025
SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETF0.07%17.36BMar 2007
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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