iShares MSCI South Korea ETF vs Noble Corporation plc — how do they compare? iShares MSCI South Korea ETF trades at $172.65, while Noble Corporation plc trades at $44.25 (market cap $7.10B). The key difference: Noble Corporation plc pays a 4.5% dividend while iShares MSCI South Korea ETF pays none. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EWY | NE | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Technology |
52-Week High | $219.20 | $54.37 |
52-Week Low | $71.22 | $26.61 |
Market Cap | — | $7.10B |
Enterprise Value | — | $8.53B |
Dividend Yield | — | 4.5% |
Trailing returns across standard periods
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.
Read more on EWY →Noble Corporation plc is a leading offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry. The company owns and operates a high-specification fleet of mobile offshore drilling units, including drillships and semi-submersibles, that are used for exploration and production activities in deepwater and harsh environments worldwide. Noble focuses on providing safe, efficient, and reliable drilling services to major and independent oil and gas companies globally.
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