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iShares MSCI All Country Asia ex Japan ETF
AAXJ performance and flow charts
Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 22, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -8.80% | +5.02% | +21.30% | +35.52% | +75.26% | +36.22% |
| Flows | - | -$133M | +$24M | -$17M | -$518M | -$2.50B |
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 | 939 |
| 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 June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 939
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Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +34.91% | +23.42% | +18.76% | +19.02% |
Max drawdown | -11.26% | -13.32% | -18.08% | -38.10% |
Max drawdown duration | 30d | 55d | 241d | 1455d |
Time to recover | N/A | 23d | 59d | 997d |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
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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 July 22, 2026, AAXJ manages $3.75 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has AAXJ performed recently?
As of July 22, 2026, AAXJ delivered a return of -8.8% over the past month (1M performance), 5.02% over the past three months (3M), and 21.3% year-to-date (YTD).
Does AAXJ pay dividends?
As of July 22, 2026, AAXJ has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.37%.
How many holdings are in AAXJ
As of June 30, 2026, AAXJ holds 939 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 June 30, 2026, AAXJ holds 939 securities, with 48.92% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of AAXJ?
As of June 30, 2026, AAXJ holds a portfolio of 939 underlyings, with its largest positions including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and SK hynix, Inc.. 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 June 30, 2026, AAXJ has its largest geographic exposures in Taiwan, Republic of Korea and China.
What sectors or themes does AAXJ focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, AAXJ is primarily exposed to Technology and Finance.
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