Small-Cap and China-Light Emerging Market ETFs Outpace Broader Index
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The Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF (VWO) is popular but has underperformed, down 2.1% over the past year
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The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF (EMXC) is up 8.9% by excluding Chinese equities which have underperformed
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The SPDR S&P Emerging Markets Dividend ETF (EDIV) has a 1-year return of 31.5%, the best among emerging markets ETFs
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The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Small-Cap ETF (EEMS) is up 14.6% over the past year, with a 7.7% 5-year return, outperforming the broader index
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Small-cap emerging markets ETFs like EEMS, with minimal China exposure, are an option for China-wary investors seeking to limit exposure