iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (0JEW)

Profile

iShares MSCI South Korea ETF is a passive equity fund that tracks the MSCI Korea 25/50 Index, providing investors with diversified exposure to South Korean equities. Managed by BlackRock, the fund invests in a representative sample of large and mid-cap companies listed on the Korea Exchange, spanning multiple sectors including technology, financials, consumer discretionary, and healthcare. The fund maintains investment limits to ensure broad diversification, with no single issuer exceeding 25% of the index weight. Notable holdings include leading South Korean companies in semiconductors, electronics, and industrial sectors. With a passive management approach, the fund aims to replicate the performance of its benchmark index through quarterly rebalancing. The fund charges an annual expense ratio of 0.59% and distributes income annually. By tracking South Korean equities, the fund provides investors seeking targeted single-country exposure or regional diversification within Asia with access to Korea's dynamic market.