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The Best Global Equities ETFs

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

Global equities ETFs are exchange-traded funds that invest in a diversified portfolio of companies from various countries worldwide. These ETFs provide broad market exposure and can be used to gain diversified exposure to the global stock market. They can include companies from developed and emerging markets and a mix of small, mid, and large-cap companies.

Global equities ETFs can offer investors exposure to a wide range of industries, sectors, and countries, which can provide good diversification and help to manage risk. It is important to note that currency fluctuations and political risks may affect the performance of these ETFs. Many investors use these ETFs as a core holding in their portfolios to gain broad exposure to the global stock market and to take advantage of the long-term potential for returns.

Number of ETFs
130
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.61%
Avg. Dividend Yield
1.60%
Avg. 1 Year Return
20.47%
Median Risk/Return Score
58 / 100
The Best Global Equities ETFs

156 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
iShares MSCI World Momentum Factor ESG UCITS ETF U...Momentum, Global Equities, ESGOct 27, 20210.30%
24.04%
0.00%
82
iShares MSCI World Value Factor ESG UCITS ETF USD ...Global EquitiesOct 29, 20210.30%
21.57%
0.00%
95
iShares MSCI ACWI SRI UCITS ETF USD DistGlobal EquitiesDec 7, 20220.20%
14.67%
1.24%
71
iShares Global Infrastructure UCITS ETF USD (Acc)Utilities Equities, Global EquitiesFeb 23, 20230.65%
15.37%
0.00%
75
iShares MSCI ACWI SRI UCITS ETF USD AccGlobal EquitiesMar 22, 20230.20%
15.09%
0.00%
72
Amundi MSCI World ex Europe UCITS ETF EURGlobal EquitiesApr 18, 20180.35%
13.08%
13.09%
0.00%
82
Rize Circular Economy Enablers UCITS ETF USD Accum...Global EquitiesMay 24, 20230.45%
7.83%
0.00%
15
CSIF (IE) MSCI World ESG Leaders Minimum Volatilit...Global EquitiesJul 24, 20200.25%
6.90%
0.00%
41
Deka MSCI World Climate Change ESG UCITS ETFGlobal EquitiesJun 19, 20200.26%
12.66%
0.73%
69
Xtrackers MSCI World Swap UCITS ETF 1CGlobal EquitiesDec 19, 20060.45%
12.82%
12.57%
0.00%
84
Dimensional Global Core Equity UCITS ETF USD (Acc)Global EquitiesNov 12, 20250.26%
13.20%
0.00%
Xtrackers LPX Private Equity Swap UCITS ETF (Acc)Global EquitiesJan 17, 20080.70%
-14.13%
10.34%
0.00%
3
Xtrackers S&P Global Infrastructure Swap UCITS ETF...Global EquitiesJan 15, 20080.60%
12.92%
7.30%
0.00%
80
HANetf iClima Global Decarbonisation Enablers UCIT...Global EquitiesDec 3, 20200.65%
12.84%
0.00%
29
iShares MSCI World ESG Enhanced UCITS ETF USD (Acc...Global EquitiesApr 16, 20190.20%
12.24%
0.00%
78
Amundi MSCI Smart Mobility UCITS ETF (Acc)Global Equities, ESGJun 14, 20240.45%
14.93%
0.00%
60
Deka MSCI World UCITS ETF DistGlobal EquitiesSep 4, 20180.31%
12.65%
0.87%
82
BNP Paribas Easy ECPI Circular Economy Leaders UCI...Global EquitiesApr 24, 20190.30%
12.52%
0.00%
62
iShares MSCI World ESG Enhanced UCITS ETF USD (Dis...Global EquitiesMar 8, 20190.20%
12.18%
1.09%
77
BNP Paribas Easy MSCI World SRI S-Series PAB 5% Ca...Global EquitiesFeb 26, 20160.25%
11.83%
0.00%
45

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Best Global Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Global Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are WLDR (94) and FYLD (92). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

SymbolNameRisk / Return RankAUMInception
Affinity World Leaders Equity ETF
94
89.32MJan 2018
Cambria Foreign Shareholder Yield ETF
92
665.65MDec 2013
Avantis All Equity Markets Value ETF
86
394.74MJun 2023
Tema Electrification ETF
86
693.48MDec 2024
Cambria Global Value ETF
85
533.45MMar 2014

Best-Performing Global Equities ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Global Equities ETFs is WLDR (18.46%). Across the lineup, Global Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 20.47% and an average 5-year return of 7.25%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
Affinity World Leaders Equity ETF
18.46%
89.32MJan 2018
iShares Global 100 ETF
15.54%
8.69BDec 2000
Cambria Global Value ETF
14.83%
533.45MMar 2014
State Street SPDR Global Dow ETF
14.10%
604.47MSep 2000
Horizon Kinetics Inflation Beneficiaries ETF
12.44%
1.47BJan 2021

Lowest-Cost Global Equities ETFs

The top Global Equities ETFs is VXUS (0.05%). With an average expense ratio of 0.61%, Global Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

Highest-Yield Global Equities ETFs

The top Global Equities ETFs is MOTG (17.71%). Across the lineup, Global Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 1.60%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

SymbolNameDividend YieldAUMInception
VanEck Morningstar Global Wide Moat ETF17.71%17.50MOct 2018
Global X SuperDividend ETF9.17%1.20BJun 2011
Affinity World Leaders Equity ETF7.17%89.32MJan 2018
Invesco Global Listed Private Equity ETF6.20%224.49MOct 2006
Procure Disaster Recovery Strategy ETF5.58%236.11MMay 2022

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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot

The Risk vs. Return Scatterplot allows you to quickly compare funds, stocks, and ETFs in one view. It displays the yearly return of an instrument on one axis and the risk (volatility) on the other.

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