iShares MSCI United Kingdom (FTSE) vs iShares MSCI South Korea ETF — how do they compare? iShares MSCI United Kingdom (FTSE) trades at $48.37, while iShares MSCI South Korea ETF trades at $174.99. The key difference: iShares MSCI United Kingdom (FTSE) is trading nearer its 52-week high, iShares MSCI South Korea ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EWU | EWY | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $48.68 | $219.20 |
52-Week Low | $40.90 | $71.22 |
Trailing returns across standard periods
EWU is a country-specific ETF that tracks the performance of the United Kingdom equity market. It provides exposure to large and mid-sized UK companies, with significant weightings in financials, energy, and healthcare, including Shell, AstraZeneca, and HSBC.
Read more on EWU →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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