iShares MSCI Australia ETF vs iShares MSCI South Korea ETF — how do they compare? iShares MSCI Australia ETF trades at $30.23, while iShares MSCI South Korea ETF trades at $173.83. The key difference: iShares MSCI Australia ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, iShares MSCI South Korea ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EWA | EWY | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $30.41 | $219.20 |
52-Week Low | $24.95 | $71.22 |
Trailing returns across standard periods
EWA tracks the MSCI Australia Index, providing broad exposure to large and mid-cap companies in the Australian equity market. It is structurally dominated by the financial and materials sectors, serving as a key instrument for investors seeking a single-country view of Australia's resource-rich and stable economy.
Read more on EWA →EWY tracks the MSCI Korea 25/50 Index, offering targeted exposure to large and mid-cap companies in South Korea. It is structurally centered on the global technology supply chain, industrials, and financial services, serving as a liquid tool for investors seeking a single-country view of this advanced, innovation-led economy.
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