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Franklin FTSE Asia ex Japan ETF
Trading data
FLAX performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 13, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.21% | +7.92% | +5.31% | +35.12% | +61.69% | +21.39% |
| Flows | - | +$6M | +$6M | +$6M | +$2M | +$7M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +22.65% | +18.62% | +15.77% | +16.93% |
Max drawdown | -9.94% | -12.96% | -16.29% | -39.04% |
Max drawdown duration | 15d | 52d | 247d | 1508d |
Time to recover | N/A | 32d | 60d | 999d |
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 1,443
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The Franklin FTSE Asia ex Japan ETF is built to track the FTSE Asia ex Japan RIC Capped Net of Tax 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 | Franklin Templeton |
| N° of holdings | 1443 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 6, 2018 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is FLAX?
FLAX is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Franklin Templeton.
What index does FLAX track?
FLAX tracks the FTSE Asia ex Japan RIC Capped Net of Tax Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FLAX 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 FLAX?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FLAX is 0.19%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FLAX launched?
FLAX was launched on February 6, 2018, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FLAX?
FLAX is issued by Franklin Templeton.
What is the AUM of FLAX?
As of March 13, 2026, FLAX manages $43.50 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FLAX performed recently?
As of March 13, 2026, FLAX delivered a return of -4.21% over the past month (1M performance), 7.92% over the past three months (3M), and 5.31% year-to-date (YTD).
Does FLAX pay dividends?
As of March 13, 2026, FLAX has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.26%.
How many holdings are in FLAX
As of January 31, 2026, FLAX holds 1443 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FLAX?
As of January 31, 2026, FLAX holds 1443 securities, with 39.59% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FLAX?
As of January 31, 2026, FLAX holds a portfolio of 1443 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 FLAX invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, FLAX has its largest geographic exposures in Taiwan, Republic of Korea and India.
What sectors or themes does FLAX focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, FLAX is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Financials and Consumer Discretionary.
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