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iShares MSCI Singapore ETF
EWS performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 23, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -6.78% | -1.55% | +14.52% | +14.66% | +102.32% | +64.45% |
| Flows | -$160M | +$125M | +$282M | +$170M | +$311M | +$302M |
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI Singapore ETF is built to track the MSCI Singapore 25/50 NTR Index - 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 | 16 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 12, 1996 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 16
Top 15 Holdings
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.50% | +13.37% | +14.31% | +15.65% |
Max drawdown | -9.77% | -9.77% | -14.93% | -28.60% |
Max drawdown duration | 46d | 46d | 54d | 1033d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 21d | 684d |
Replication quality
Data as of September 30, 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 |
What type of ETF is EWS?
EWS is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does EWS track?
EWS tracks the MSCI Singapore 25/50 NTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does EWS invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap Singaporean Equities. It is part of the segment: DM Large & Mid Cap.
What is the expense ratio of EWS?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EWS is 0.5%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EWS launched?
EWS was launched on March 12, 1996, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EWS?
EWS is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of EWS?
As of October 23, 2026, EWS manages $1.10 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EWS performed recently?
As of October 23, 2026, EWS delivered a return of -6.78% over the past month (1M performance), -1.55% over the past three months (3M), and 14.52% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for EWS?
As of October 23, 2026, EWS has seen net flows of -$160M in the past month (1M flow) and +$282M year-to-date (YTD).
Does EWS pay dividends?
As of October 23, 2026, EWS has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.82%.
How many holdings are in EWS
As of August 31, 2026, EWS holds 16 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is EWS?
As of August 31, 2026, EWS holds 16 securities, with 98.48% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EWS?
As of August 31, 2026, EWS holds a portfolio of 16 underlyings, with its largest positions including DBS Group Holdings Ltd., Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp. Ltd. and Keppel Ltd.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does EWS invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, EWS has its largest geographic exposures in Singapore.
What sectors or themes does EWS focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, EWS is primarily exposed to Finance, Industrials and Consumer Non-Cyclicals.
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