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iShares MSCI All Country Asia ex Japan ETF
AAXJ performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +11.75% | +8.84% | +16.03% | +50.49% | +73.69% | +26.02% |
| Flows | -$181M | -$32M | +$265M | +$242M | -$608M | -$2.65B |
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI All Country Asia ex Japan ETF is built to track the MSCI AC ASIA ex JAPAN (2015) USD Net Total Return - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 902 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | August 13, 2008 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 902
Top 15 Holdings
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +25.40% | +17.02% | +16.47% | +17.64% |
Max drawdown | -13.32% | -13.32% | -18.08% | -40.72% |
Max drawdown duration | 55d | 55d | 241d | 1560d |
Time to recover | 23d | 23d | 59d | 1051d |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is AAXJ?
AAXJ is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does AAXJ track?
AAXJ tracks the MSCI AC ASIA ex JAPAN (2015) USD Net Total Return - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does AAXJ invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap Asian ex-Japan Equities. It is part of the segment: Global Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of AAXJ?
The total expense ratio (TER) of AAXJ is 0.72%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was AAXJ launched?
AAXJ was launched on August 13, 2008, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of AAXJ?
AAXJ is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of AAXJ?
As of April 24, 2026, AAXJ manages $3.82 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has AAXJ performed recently?
As of April 24, 2026, AAXJ delivered a return of 11.75% over the past month (1M performance), 8.84% over the past three months (3M), and 16.03% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for AAXJ?
As of April 24, 2026, AAXJ has seen net flows of -$181M in the past month (1M flow) and +$265M year-to-date (YTD).
Does AAXJ pay dividends?
As of April 24, 2026, AAXJ has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.55%.
How many holdings are in AAXJ
As of March 31, 2026, AAXJ holds 902 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is AAXJ?
As of March 31, 2026, AAXJ holds 902 securities, with 41.26% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of AAXJ?
As of March 31, 2026, AAXJ holds a portfolio of 902 underlyings, with its largest positions including TWN SEMICONT MAN, SAMSUNG ELECTR and TENCENT HOLDINGS. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does AAXJ invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, AAXJ has its largest geographic exposures in Taiwan, Republic of Korea and Cayman Islands.
What sectors or themes does AAXJ focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, AAXJ is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Financials and Consumer Discretionary.
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