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Nu Holdings

JPMorgan BetaBuilders Canada ETF

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Stewart Information Services

Yum China Hlds

First Trust Multi Cap Value AlphaDEX Fund

IQ Real Return ETF

Gold Fields Ltd.

Credicorp

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF

EEM tracks an index of emerging-market firms weighted by market cap.

Invesco DB Commodity Index Tracking Fund

iShares Currency Hedged MSCI EAFE ETF

iShares Russell 2000 ETF

Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF

Invesco DB US Dollar Index Bullish Fund

UUP, IWM, HEFA, MGK, DBC and EEM are included in this Analyst Blog.

The Zacks Analyst Blog UUP, IWM, HEFA, MGK, DBC and EEM

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF has consistently underperformed due to long-term headwinds, including a strong US dollar and high US yields. EEM's heavy weighting in Chinese stocks makes it vulnerable to US protectionist policies. The fund's low valuation and exposure to technology are attractive, but the current economic and political backdrop suggests further underperformance.

EEM: It's Getting Worse

Global X MSCI Argentina ETF

iShares Core MSCI Europe ETF

iShares MSCI China ETF

Funds tracking international equities largely pulled back as investors reacted to Donald Trump's win. It marks a stark contrast to rallying U.S. equities.

Global ETFs slide as investors see Trump tariff policies hurting trade

ProShares UltraShort FTSE China 50

SPDR Gold Trust

iShares Bitcoin Trust

SPDR S&P Bank ETF

Republican candidate Donald Trump claimed victory in the 2024 US presidential election after Fox News projected that he had defeated his Democratic rival Kamala Harris.

ETF Strategies to Consider as Trump Nears Victory

Avantis Emerging Markets Equity ETF

Dimensional Emerging Markets Core Equity 2 ETF

WisdomTree India Earnings Fund

iShares China Large-Cap ETF

iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF

iShares MSCI India ETF

Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF

Emerging market ETFs are coming off their best weekly showing in about a year. Both broad-based and country-specific ETFs tied to developing nations enjoyed their best stretch of inflows since December 2023 — to the tune of $6 billion.

Emerging Market ETFs: Changing the Equation

Recent data from Bank of America indicates a significant influx of $155 billion into global emerging market equity funds, marking the second-highest in history. Notably, China saw a record $139 billion inflow during the period, positioning it as a major attraction for foreign investors.

Record Inflows into Emerging Markets with Focus on China and Semiconductor Sector

Recent data from EPFR Global reveals that global emerging market equity funds saw an impressive $15.5 billion inflow, marking the second-highest on record. This substantial investment included $13.9 billion directed towards the Chinese stock market, achieving a historic second-highest inflow as well.

Record Inflows to Emerging Market Funds Highlighted by Robust Investment in China

The Shanghai Composite Index surged 8% Monday to stretch September's gain to 17%, marking the best rally in 16 years.

This incredible statistic shows just how broad the China rally was

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF

KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF

Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF

China ETFs have surged on the back of a blitz of stimulus measures by the country's government to revive the world's second-largest economy.

China ETFs set for best week on record after Beijing fires policy ‘bazooka' to boost economy. Is it time to jump in?

iShares MSCI South Africa ETF

As U.S. interest rates remain elevated and the dollar continues its strong run for much of 2024, emerging market equities have still delivered impressive performances. While trailing behind the S&P 500, the iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF NYSE: EEM has climbed 5.7% year-to-date.

Top 3 Emerging Market ETFs to Watch as the U.S. Dollar Weakens

Despite some positive indicators, the broader emerging markets equity market remains less attractive compared to US equities. Historically cautious on EEM, and current analysis supports maintaining a "hold" rating due to ongoing risks. Continue to see value in large-cap US stocks, making a shift to EEM seem misplaced at this time.

EEM: Emerging Markets Remain Off My Buy List

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Most stock investors suffer from tunnel vision, as most of their capital is tied up with individual stocks or index funds, and they believe that any risk or reward will be driven by price changes within them. However, stocks are only one cog in the financial market machine that moves through assets like currencies and bonds, not just stock indexes.

3 Stocks to Watch as the Dollar Declines to a 7-Month Low

VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF

A weak dollar benefits blue-chip companies, which derive most of their revenues from international markets. Commodities, emerging market as well as gold mining stocks will also get a lift from a weak dollar.

ETFs to Bet on Dollar Weakness

Last Monday's sell-off knocked the wind out of many riskier market plays, including emerging markets. Naturally, this led to strong outflows for many funds providing emerging market exposure.

Opportunity Knocks for Emerging Markets ETFs

iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF

The Market Pinball Wizard Avi Gilburt discusses how market forces influence the Fed's decisions. Predicting a sizable decline in the DXY in the second half of 2024 followed by a multi-year rally.

Sentiment Leads The Market; The Fed Follows

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF provides exposure to large and mid-sized companies in emerging markets with over $19.4 billion in assets under management. Recent positive net fund flows indicate a potential reversal in performance, with a focus on geographical exposures and valuation metrics. EEM appears somewhat undervalued and diversified, with potential cyclical sensitivity and an implicit USD hedge, making it a possible bullish option for investors with allocation limits advised.

EEM: Likely Modestly Undervalued With Diversification Benefits

Invesco CurrencyShares British Pound Sterling Trust

Invesco CurrencyShares Euro Trust

iShares Gold Trust

iShares U.S. Home Construction ETF

Invesco Dynamic Building & Construction ETF

Aberdeen Standard Gold ETF Trust

Invesco DB US Dollar Index Bearish Fund

SPDR S&P Homebuilders ETF

Recent unemployment data supporting a "soft economy" narrative, increases the market expectations of a rate cut starting in September. Look into areas to gain.

ETFs to Boost Gains Amid Rising Rate Cut Expectations

iShares MSCI EAFE ETF

Innovator Emerging Markets 10 Buffer ETF - Quarterly

Innovator International Developed 10 Buffer ETF - Quarterly

On Monday, Innovator grew its lineup of Buffer ETFs with the launch of a pair of new funds. Both the Innovator International Developed 10 Buffer ETF (IBUF) and  Emerging Markets 10 Buffer ETF (EBUF) are actively managed funds.

Innovator Debuts 2 International Buffer ETFs

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $EEM #assets--Exante Data Completes Asset Acquisition of TrounceFlow to Enhance EM and Flow Coverage.

Exante Data Completes Asset Acquisition of TrounceFlow to Enhance EM and Flow Coverage

Investors are rotating into emerging markets after a long hiatus. Jumia offers a unique way to tap into Africa's growth.

Emerging Markets are Back: How to Tap into the Growth

If earnings growth of companies in emerging markets rise as expected, and confidence in the global economy holds, the stocks could outperform other indexes, such as the S&P 500.

Emerging-Market Stocks Are Breaking Out, and Could Beat the S&P 500 From Here

WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund

iShares MSCI Japan ETF

Hello! This is MarketWatch reporter Isabel Wang bringing you this week's ETF Wrap. In this edition, we look at single-country ETFs, which have staged a strong comeback in 2024 as investors are becoming more selective in their regional allocations amid a strong U.S. dollar and interest-rate uncertainty.

Global stocks are no longer a monolith. Why India and Japan ETFs are drawing investors into single-country funds in 2024.

The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF is stuck in a rut and has poor performance compared to US stock indices and peers in the emerging markets space. The fund has a high concentration in Chinese stocks, which is a major factor in its underperformance. Emerging markets are under pressure due to higher US yields and a stronger US dollar, making EEM a fund to avoid.

EEM: Avoid This Fund For Now

EEM has only delivered single-digit returns over the past year, underperforming global stocks, and we don't believe this trend will shift any time soon. Conditions for dollar appreciation look rather strong. EEM is not very cost-efficient relative to its peers.

EEM ETF: Best To Wait On The Sidelines For Now

Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF

SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETF

Supported by the ongoing U.S.-led global economic growth, the macroeconomic outlook for emerging markets seems to be improving since late 2023. Encouraging indicators favoring the growth potential of EMs can result in investors shifting their focus away from the latter.

News for iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF ETF (EEM)