Beyond Brazil's Turmoil, Emerging Market ETF Opportunity Persists

The investment case for emerging market equity ETFs came into sharp focus this week, as we were reminded that volatility in the region is often part of the ride. Thanks, Brazil, for that lesson.

ETF Trends • Oct 28, 2026

Looking Beyond the S&P 500? These 2 International ETFs Offer Very Different Opportunities

State Street SPDR Portfolio Developed World ex-US ETF offers exposure to established international economies, with a lower expense ratio and higher dividend yield. iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF provides greater exposure to developing economies and technology leaders, but this comes with additional risks.

The Motley Fool • Oct 24, 2026

If Economists Are Correct About the Future of AI, Here Are 2 Global ETFs to Buy -- and 2 to Avoid

A new Financial Times survey of economists found that some international stock markets might benefit more than others from the future of AI. Vanguard research projects that international developed markets will outperform U.S. stocks for the next 10-30 years.

The Motley Fool • Oct 22, 2026

Choosing an International ETF: The Case For the Developed Market Favorite vs. the Low-Cost Emerging Challenger

Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF offers a lower expense ratio and a higher dividend yield than iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF. iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF delivered higher total returns over the last 12 months but has experienced a steeper maximum drawdown over five years.

The Motley Fool • Oct 15, 2026

IEMG: Why Emerging Markets' Next Leg Higher Is Just Ahead (Rating Upgrade)

I upgrade iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (IEMG) to Buy, citing improved valuation and bullish seasonality. IEMG trades at a compelling 9.6x P/E and a PEG ratio under 0.7x, reflecting compressed expectations despite a 14.23% long-term earnings growth rate. The ETF is highly concentrated, with over 41% in Information Technology and nearly 30% in its top three holdings.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 13, 2026

Portfolio Fit: VEEM

Emerging markets equities have spent most of 2026 outperforming the average U.S. portfolio, and investors hunting for a smarter way to own the asset class now have a new option to evaluate.

24/7 Wall Street • Sep 18, 2026

IEMG vs SCHE: Which Emerging Markets ETF Is the Smarter Choice Right Now?

IEMG has significantly outperformed SCHE over the past year while maintaining a much larger asset base. SCHE offers a lower expense ratio and a higher dividend yield compared to its iShares counterpart.

The Motley Fool • Sep 14, 2026

Double-Digit Returns, Single-Minded Focus: Revisiting Your Emerging Markets ETF

It's been a great time to be an emerging markets equity ETF investor, but it may also be a great time to revisit your EM ETF.

ETF Trends • Sep 9, 2026

This $105 Billion Vanguard Fund Warns It Could Become a Bet on a Single Stock

The Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF (NYSEARCA:VWO) has quietly become one of the more interesting concentration stories in

24/7 Wall Street • Aug 25, 2026

Should You Add Emerging Market ETFs to Your Portfolio Now?

Is it time to look beyond the U.S. markets? Improving flows and dollar weakness are putting emerging market ETFs in focus.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 19, 2026