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RSP vs. EMXC
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RSP vs. EMXC

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

RSP (Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF) and EMXC (iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - RSP is a S&P 500 fund tracking the S&P 500 Equal Weight Index, while EMXC is a Emerging Markets Equities fund tracking the MSCI Emerging Markets ex China Index. Both are passively managed. Over the past 5 years, RSP returned 9.12%/yr vs 13.27%/yr for EMXC. A 0.63 correlation means they provide meaningful diversification when combined. RSP charges 0.20%/yr vs 0.49%/yr for EMXC.

Performance

RSP vs. EMXC - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF (RSP) and iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF (EMXC). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

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Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, RSP achieves a 9.57% return, which is significantly lower than EMXC's 40.84% return.

RSP

1D
-1.50%
1M
3.05%
YTD
9.57%
6M
9.88%
1Y
19.83%
3Y*
13.85%
5Y*
9.12%
10Y*
11.97%

EMXC

1D
0.35%
1M
9.42%
YTD
40.84%
6M
48.33%
1Y
72.64%
3Y*
27.38%
5Y*
13.27%
10Y*
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*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

RSP vs. EMXC - Yearly Performance Comparison

2026 (YTD)202520242023202220212020201920182017
RSP
Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF		9.57%11.21%12.79%13.70%-11.62%29.41%12.66%28.91%-7.84%7.74%
EMXC
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF		40.84%35.14%2.68%18.96%-19.56%8.54%12.76%15.80%-12.96%7.16%

Correlation

The correlation between RSP and EMXC is 0.55, which is moderate. They share some common price drivers but move independently often enough to provide real diversification benefit when combined.

Correlation
Correlation (1Y)
Calculated over the trailing 1-year period

0.55

Correlation (3Y)
Calculated over the trailing 3-year period

0.60

Correlation (5Y)
Calculated over the trailing 5-year period

0.66

Correlation (All Time)
Calculated using the full available price history since Jul 26, 2017

0.63

The correlation between RSP and EMXC shifts across timeframes, from 0.55 (1 year) to 0.66 (5 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

RSP vs. EMXC - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors
RSP
EMXC

Technology

20.9%
52.4%

Industrials

14.2%
6.9%

Financial Services

13.9%
17.4%

Healthcare

11.1%
1.8%

Consumer Cyclical

10.0%
4.1%

Consumer Defensive

6.4%
2.4%

Real Estate

6.1%
0.8%

Utilities

5.7%
1.9%

Energy

4.0%
3.4%

Basic Materials

3.9%
6.0%

Communication Services

3.9%
3.0%

Technology

RSP
20.9%
EMXC
52.4%

Industrials

RSP
14.2%
EMXC
6.9%

Financial Services

RSP
13.9%
EMXC
17.4%

Healthcare

RSP
11.1%
EMXC
1.8%

Consumer Cyclical

RSP
10.0%
EMXC
4.1%

Consumer Defensive

RSP
6.4%
EMXC
2.4%

Real Estate

RSP
6.1%
EMXC
0.8%

Utilities

RSP
5.7%
EMXC
1.9%

Energy

RSP
4.0%
EMXC
3.4%

Basic Materials

RSP
3.9%
EMXC
6.0%

Communication Services

RSP
3.9%
EMXC
3.0%

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Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF

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Return for Risk

RSP vs. EMXC — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.
RSP
RSP Risk / Return Rank: 5353
Overall Rank
RSP Sharpe Ratio Rank: 5252
Sharpe Ratio Rank
RSP Sortino Ratio Rank: 5353
Sortino Ratio Rank
RSP Omega Ratio Rank: 4949
Omega Ratio Rank
RSP Calmar Ratio Rank: 5454
Calmar Ratio Rank
RSP Martin Ratio Rank: 5858
Martin Ratio Rank
EMXC
EMXC Risk / Return Rank: 9090
Overall Rank
EMXC Sharpe Ratio Rank: 9393
Sharpe Ratio Rank
EMXC Sortino Ratio Rank: 8888
Sortino Ratio Rank
EMXC Omega Ratio Rank: 9191
Omega Ratio Rank
EMXC Calmar Ratio Rank: 9090
Calmar Ratio Rank
EMXC Martin Ratio Rank: 9191
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

RSP vs. EMXC - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF (RSP) and iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF (EMXC). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

RSPEMXCDifference
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility
1.69
3.03

-1.34

Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk
2.44
3.64

-1.21

Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability

1.30

1.55

-0.26

Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown

2.54

5.07

-2.53

Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown

9.60

19.50

-9.89

RSP vs. EMXC - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current RSP Sharpe Ratio is 1.69, which is lower than the EMXC Sharpe Ratio of 3.03. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of RSP and EMXC, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

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Drawdowns

RSP vs. EMXC - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum RSP drawdown since its inception was -59.92%, which is greater than EMXC's maximum drawdown of -42.81%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for RSP and EMXC.

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Drawdown Indicators

RSPEMXCDifference

Max Drawdown

Largest peak-to-trough decline

-59.92%

-42.81%

-17.11%

Max Drawdown (1Y)

Largest decline over 1 year

-7.85%

-14.41%

+6.56%

Max Drawdown (3Y)

Largest decline over 3 years

-17.81%

-19.12%

+1.31%

Max Drawdown (5Y)

Largest decline over 5 years

-21.38%

-28.91%

+7.53%

Max Drawdown (10Y)

Largest decline over 10 years

-39.04%

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Current Drawdown

Current decline from peak

-1.83%

-1.61%

-0.22%

Average Drawdown

Average peak-to-trough decline

-6.64%

-10.16%

+3.52%

Ulcer Index

Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks

2.07%

3.74%

-1.67%

Volatility

RSP vs. EMXC - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF (RSP) is 3.79%, while iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF (EMXC) has a volatility of 12.74%. This indicates that RSP experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than EMXC based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

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Volatility by Period

RSPEMXCDifference

Volatility (1M)

Calculated over the trailing 1-month period

3.79%

12.74%

-8.95%

Volatility (6M)

Calculated over the trailing 6-month period

8.70%

22.16%

-13.46%

Volatility (1Y)

Calculated over the trailing 1-year period

11.85%

24.15%

-12.30%

Volatility (5Y)

Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized

16.23%

18.09%

-1.86%

Volatility (10Y)

Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized

18.37%

20.10%

-1.73%

RSP vs. EMXC - Expense Ratio Comparison

RSP has a 0.20% expense ratio, which is lower than EMXC's 0.49% expense ratio.

Dividends

RSP vs. EMXC - Dividend Comparison

RSP's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.49%, less than EMXC's 1.89% yield.

PositionTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
EMXC
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF		1.89%2.82%2.69%1.83%2.85%1.78%1.45%3.25%2.63%0.99%0.00%0.00%
RSP
Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF		1.49%1.64%1.52%1.64%1.82%1.28%1.64%1.69%2.02%1.52%1.20%1.70%

Frequently Asked Questions

RSP and EMXC have a correlation of 0.55, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

EMXC has higher volatility (12.74%) compared to RSP (3.79%). In terms of maximum drawdown, RSP dropped -59.92% vs EMXC's -42.81%.

On 5-year performance, EMXC leads with 13.27% vs 9.12% for RSP. On fees, RSP is cheaper at 0.20% per year. On volatility, RSP has been the lower-risk option at 3.79%. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Over the 5-year period, EMXC has performed better with a 13.27% return vs 9.12%. Past performance does not guarantee future results, so compare this with risk, fees, and fund exposure.

RSP is cheaper with a 0.20% expense ratio, compared with 0.49% for EMXC.

EMXC has the higher dividend yield at 1.89%, compared with 1.49% for RSP.

RSP is categorized as S&P 500, while EMXC is Emerging Markets Equities. RSP tracks S&P 500 Equal Weight Index, while EMXC tracks MSCI Emerging Markets ex China Index. They also come from different issuers: Invesco and iShares. Their fees differ too: 0.20% for RSP and 0.49% for EMXC.

EMXC currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (3.03 vs 1.69), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.

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