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iShares MSCI South Korea ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +6.60% | +41.82% | +35.26% | +149.43% | +146.89% | +72.40% |
| Flows | +$4.03B | +$6.07B | +$5.79B | +$7.90B | +$8.02B | +$5.77B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +43.84% | +31.34% | +25.50% | +24.07% |
Max drawdown | -16.96% | -16.96% | -26.74% | -48.53% |
Max drawdown duration | 12d | 12d | 339d | 1639d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 65d | 1112d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 81
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF is built to track the MSCI Korea 25/50 Net Total Return 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 |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 81 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 9, 2000 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is EWY?
EWY is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does EWY track?
EWY tracks the MSCI Korea 25/50 Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does EWY invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap South Korean Equities. It is part of the segment: EM Large & Mid Cap.
What is the expense ratio of EWY?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EWY is 0.59%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EWY launched?
EWY was launched on May 9, 2000, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EWY?
EWY is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of EWY?
As of March 10, 2026, EWY manages $17.08 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EWY performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, EWY delivered a return of 6.6% over the past month (1M performance), 41.82% over the past three months (3M), and 35.26% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for EWY?
As of March 10, 2026, EWY has seen net flows of +$4.03B in the past month (1M flow) and +$5.79B year-to-date (YTD).
Does EWY pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, EWY has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.53%.
How many holdings are in EWY
As of January 31, 2026, EWY holds 81 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is EWY?
As of January 31, 2026, EWY holds 81 securities, with 68.48% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EWY?
As of January 31, 2026, EWY holds a portfolio of 81 underlyings, with its largest positions including SAMSUNG ELECTR, SK HYNIX and HYUNDAI MOTOR. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does EWY invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, EWY has its largest geographic exposures in Republic of Korea.
What sectors or themes does EWY focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, EWY is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Industrials and Financials.
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