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Matthews International Funds(ADVE)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ADVE
09/14/2026: ADVE (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 22 days. Simulated Profits (0.00%). Updated daily EoD!
ADVE is an actively managed ETF providing exposure to equity markets across Asia, relying on the fundamental research of Matthews Asia to identify long-term growth opportunities. Its primary strength lies in specialized active management, which aims to outperform passive market-cap weighted indices, though it carries a higher expense ratio. It serves as a tactical component for investors looking to add targeted Asian growth to a diversified portfolio. Primary risks include regional geopolitical instability, currency fluctuations, and inherent market volatility in emerging and developed Asian economies. The fund is best suited for long-term investors who prioritize specialized active management over the low costs of passive index tracking.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The fund focuses on identifying companies with strong potential for long-term capital appreciation in developing markets. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum suitability is conditional on a positive upturn signal for Asian equity markets. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While the fund looks for quality, it is not strictly a deep-value strategy, making it a secondary fit for value-focused investors. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The primary objective is capital appreciation rather than consistent high-yield income. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Exposure to emerging and international markets introduces significant volatility and geopolitical risk. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is one seeking specialized Asian equity exposure with a long-term time horizon and a tolerance for higher volatility.
Suitability
ADVE is best suited for long-term investors looking for active management to navigate the complexities of Asian markets.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | International equity markets, especially in Asia, are prone to higher price swings than domestic counterparts. |
| Market risk | High | The fund is fully exposed to systemic market declines within the Asian region. |
| Concentration | Medium / high | Active management may lead to concentrated positions in specific sectors or countries. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | The higher expense ratio compared to passive peers requires superior performance to achieve net alpha. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Lower daily trading volume can make it harder to exit large positions without affecting the price. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The portfolio depends on the fundamental health of the specific companies selected by the managers. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
ADVE experiences historical volatility characteristic of emerging and regional equity markets.
Market Risk
Risks include currency fluctuations, geopolitical instability, and regulatory changes within the Asian region.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Developed and Emerging Asian Markets | 95 | This provides diversified exposure to growth opportunities across various Asian economies. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 5 | This represents liquidity held for operational needs and opportunistic trading. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 16.06% | Avg. Invested days 75 | Today’s Advisory Regular Buy |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/14/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Sep 15, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $9.44M |
| Issuer | Matthews Asia Funds |
| Expense Ratio | 0.79% |
| Distribution Yield | 2.16% |
| Inception | Sep 21, 2023 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +21.24% |
| 1 Year | +26.69% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 18.23% |
| 3Y Volatility | 0% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0 |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mega Cap | 56.34% |
| Large Cap | 32.23% |
| Mid Cap | 2.28% |
| Small Cap | 1.21% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 30.48% |
| Technology | 29.32% |
| Industrials | 12.66% |
| Communication Services | 8.54% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 10.42x |
| Portfolio P/B | 1.45x |
| Portfolio P/S | 1.62x |
| Holdings Turnover | 5.82% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing | 12.08% |
| Samsung Electronics | 6.52% |
| Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group | 4.15% |
| Hana Financial | 3.88% |
| Sumitomo | 2.57% |
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