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iShares Asia 50 ETF
Trading data
AIA performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.31% | +15.05% | +13.58% | +55.18% | +109.80% | +34.79% |
| Flows | +$594M | +$1.27B | +$1.09B | +$1.86B | +$712M | +$349M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +25.03% | +23.40% | +21.39% | +22.95% |
Max drawdown | -9.95% | -20.35% | -20.35% | -50.89% |
Max drawdown duration | 13d | 57d | 57d | 1615d |
Time to recover | N/A | 36d | 36d | 1024d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 54
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The iShares Asia 50 ETF is built to track the S&P Asia 50 NTR - 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 |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 54 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | November 13, 2007 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is AIA?
AIA is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does AIA track?
AIA tracks the S&P Asia 50 NTR - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does AIA invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap Asian Equities. It is part of the segment: Global Large Cap.
What is the expense ratio of AIA?
The total expense ratio (TER) of AIA is 0.5%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was AIA launched?
AIA was launched on November 13, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of AIA?
AIA is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of AIA?
As of March 10, 2026, AIA manages $3.06 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has AIA performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, AIA delivered a return of -0.31% over the past month (1M performance), 15.05% over the past three months (3M), and 13.58% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for AIA?
As of March 10, 2026, AIA has seen net flows of +$594M in the past month (1M flow) and +$1.09B year-to-date (YTD).
Does AIA pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, AIA has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.21%.
How many holdings are in AIA
As of January 31, 2026, AIA holds 54 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is AIA?
As of January 31, 2026, AIA holds 54 securities, with 72.94% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of AIA?
As of January 31, 2026, AIA holds a portfolio of 54 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 AIA invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, AIA has its largest geographic exposures in Taiwan, Republic of Korea and Cayman Islands.
What sectors or themes does AIA focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, AIA is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Financials and Communication Services.
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