Which Is the Better International ETF, iShares' Emerging Markets-Focused IEMG or State Street's Climate Change-Related NZAC?

The iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF features a lower expense ratio and higher trailing dividend yield than the State Street SPDR MSCI ACWI Climate Paris Aligned ETF. The State Street SPDR MSCI ACWI Climate Paris Aligned ETF maintains a global portfolio focused on climate-change mitigation whereas the iShares fund concentrates purely on developing economies.

The Motley Fool • Jun 21, 2026

NZAC Screens for Climate. IEMG Screens for Growth.

iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF offers broad exposure to thousands of companies across developing nations at a lower expense ratio than the climate-focused State Street fund. State Street SPDR MSCI ACWI Climate Paris Aligned ETF utilizes an environmental screen to target net-zero alignment while the iShares fund tracks a traditional market-cap index.

The Motley Fool • May 11, 2026

Global Climate ETF or Emerging Markets: Which Has Better Returns?

The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (NYSEMKT:EEM) charges a higher expense ratio but has delivered a stronger one-year return than the State Street SPDR MSCI ACWI Climate Paris Aligned ETF (NASDAQ:NZAC). NZAC offers a climate-focused, ESG-screened global portfolio, while EEM targets only emerging markets with a tech and financials tilt.

The Motley Fool • Mar 27, 2026

Global ESG or International: Which ETF is the Better Buy?

iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF carries a lower expense ratio and a higher dividend yield than the SPDR MSCI ACWI Climate Paris Aligned ETF. The SPDR MSCI ACWI Climate Paris Aligned ETF leans heavily into technology and ESG screens, while the iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF focuses on international developed markets with more financials and industrials.

The Motley Fool • Mar 3, 2026

SPGM vs. NZAC: Is ESG Investing Worth It?

SPGM offers broader diversification with more than 4 times as many holdings as NZAC. NZAC applies a climate-focused ESG screen, resulting in a slightly higher yield and expense ratio.

The Motley Fool • Feb 12, 2026

IEFA vs. NZAC: How Does A Foreign Fund Matchup Against A Sustainable ETF?

IEFA charges a lower expense ratio and nearly doubles the dividend yield of NZAC's. IEFA's recent one-year return outpaced NZAC, but both saw similar five-year drawdowns.

The Motley Fool • Feb 8, 2026

Does NZAC's Climate Change Focus Give It the Edge Over IEMG?

IEMG has delivered a much higher one-year return and carries a higher dividend yield than NZAC. NZAC applies an ESG screen to a variety of mid- and large-cap global stocks, while IEMG focuses on emerging-market tech and currently excludes U.S. stocks.

The Motley Fool • Feb 8, 2026

How Does This Eco-Friendly ETF Match Up Against This International Fund?

NZAV restricts holdings to companies that meet certain eco-friendly criteria. EEM offers broader emerging market diversification and a slightly higher dividend yield.

The Motley Fool • Jan 26, 2026

International ETFs: Low-Cost SPDW vs. Values-Based NZAC

SPDW charges a lower expense ratio and offers a higher yield than NZAC. SPDW posted a stronger 1-year total return but has a slightly deeper 5-year drawdown.

The Motley Fool • Jan 24, 2026

NZAC vs. ACWX: One Fund Screens for Climate Goals, One Excludes the U.S.

ACWX charges a higher expense ratio but delivers a higher yield and broader international diversification. NZAC has outperformed over five years and leans more heavily into technology, while ACWX is more focused on financials and industrials.

The Motley Fool • Jan 17, 2026