ETF Faceoff: Does iShares IXUS or EEM Offer Better Global Exposure?

iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF carries a significantly higher expense ratio of 0.72% compared to the 0.07% charged by iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF While iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF outperformed on a one-year basis as of June 18, 2026, it has experienced a deeper maximum drawdown over the last five years iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF provides broader diversification with 4,166 holdings compared to the more concentrated emerging markets focus of iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF

The Motley Fool • 8 hours ago

Why Going Easy On Emerging Market Debtors Won't Work

Leniency on debt repayment will compromise emerging markets' future access to liquidity, Cem Karacadag writes.

Barrons • 10 hours ago

Diversify Concentrated EEM With INDY, Amid AI Broadening

The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM) has surged over 50% but now faces high concentration risk in East Asian semiconductor stocks. I emphasize the iShares India 50 ETF (INDY) as a diversifier, given its inverse correlation to EEM and exposure to India's domestic growth drivers. INDY stands to benefit from easing oil prices, AI adoption in financials, and structural reforms, supporting its premium valuation versus EEM.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 20, 2026

EEM's 0.69% Fee Quietly Costs You $690 a Year, but Your Cheaper Alternative Charges $90

If you hold iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (NYSEARCA:EEM), BlackRock skims 0.69% of your account every year before you see a single dividend.

24/7 Wall Street • Jun 20, 2026

IEFA vs. EEM: Which International ETF Is Better for Long-Term Investors?

iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF offers a much lower expense ratio of 0.07% compared to the 0.72% fee for iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF. iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF provides a higher trailing-12-month dividend yield of 3.30% while focusing on developed markets.

The Motley Fool • Jun 17, 2026

Emerging Markets Are Embarrassing the S&P 500: EEM Up 28% YTD

A week ago, iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (NYSEARCA:EEM) was sitting on a ~29% year-to-date gain, having climbed from $55 at the end of 2025 to $71 by June 2.

24/7 Wall Street • Jun 10, 2026

US adds Chinese solar, battery firms to list of military-linked companies

The U.S. has added some of the world's largest solar ​and battery manufacturers to a list ‌of companies it believes are aiding China's military.

Reuters • Jun 9, 2026

Emerging Markets Are Delivering Over 22 Percent Returns and Most American Investors Are Missing It Entirely

The S&P 500 is up about 8% year to date. The same money parked in iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ex China ETF (NASDAQ:EMXC) is up roughly 29.2%.

24/7 Wall Street • Jun 9, 2026

VWO vs. EEM: One Emerging Markets ETF Costs 10X More. Is It Worth It?

Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF provides significantly lower costs with a 0.06% expense ratio compared to 0.72% for iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF. iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF has more tech-heavy exposure than Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF.

The Motley Fool • Jun 7, 2026

Where investors may find the next 'big wave' for AI trade

Tim Urbanowicz, chief investment strategist at Innovator from Goldman Sachs Asset Management, tackles the AI boom.

CNBC • Jun 5, 2026