5 International ETFs Up at Least 20% in 2026 & Beating the S&P 500

International ETFs are outperforming the S&P 500 in 2026, led by strong gains across Asian and global markets. Here are five ETFs to watch.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 30, 2026

AIA: Asia's AI And Semiconductor Paradigm

iShares Asia 50 ETF offers concentrated exposure to Asia's AI, semiconductor, and technology leaders, with TSMC and Samsung comprising 39% of AUM. Robust AI-driven semiconductor demand, aggressive capex plans, and Asian government investments underpin AIA's strong momentum and long-term growth catalysts. Chinese fiscal stimulus and capital infusions into state banks provide a near-term re-rating catalyst for AIA's Chinese financial and technology holdings.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 16, 2026

South Korea ETFs: A Short-Term Pullback, a Long-Term Opportunity

South Korea ETFs are pulling back, but robust exports and rising AI spending could create a compelling long-term buying opportunity.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 2, 2026

5 ETFs to Benefit From Cooling Inflation in the Near Term

Cooling inflation is easing Fed rate-hike fears, creating a favorable backdrop for growth, emerging-market, Asian and gold ETFs.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 13, 2026

3 iShares ETFs to Buy Now as South Korea and Taiwan Soar Past 100% Gains in 2026

The 2026 rally in North Asian equities has been led by the two countries that fabricate the world's most advanced semiconductors.

24/7 Wall Street • Jul 3, 2026

AIA: Semiconductor Exposure Supports Continued Outperformance

iShares Asia 50 ETF earns a buy rating for its concentrated exposure to highly profitable, fast-growing Asian semiconductor leaders. AIA's top holdings—TSMC, Samsung Electronics, and SK Hynix—drive outperformance, benefiting from AI-driven demand and global technology leadership. Despite a higher 0.50% expense ratio, AIA offers superior dividend growth and maintains attractive valuations versus U.S. and peer international funds.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 15, 2026

$10,000 in Asia's Biggest 50 Stocks Became $15,267 in Five Months: Here's Why

$10,000 dropped into the iShares Asia 50 ETF (NYSEARCA:AIA) on the last trading day of 2025 was worth roughly $15,267 by the close on June 3, 2026.

24/7 Wall Street • Jun 6, 2026

Japan's Stock Market Comeback Is Real; 3 ETFs to Capture It Before Wall Street Catches On

While most investors spent early 2026 fixated on the S&P 500's volatility, Japan's equity markets quietly put together one of the most compelling runs in global finance.

24/7 Wall Street • Apr 30, 2026

Are Asian ETFs in Jeopardy Amid the War & Tariff Double Whammy?

Asian ETFs are under pressure as surging oil prices and new U.S. tariffs trigger market turmoil and sharp fund outflows across the region.

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 13, 2026

Asian Stocks Just Beat the S&P 500 by 56 Points and Few Investors Noticed

Most U.S. investors building international exposure default to broad developed-market funds, but the iShares Asia 50 ETF ( NYSEARCA:AIA ) takes a more concentrated bet: 50 blue-chip stocks across five Asian markets, with a notable tilt toward technology at valuations well below U.S.

24/7 Wall Street • Feb 25, 2026