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iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF (EWM)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: EWM (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 3.82% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.72 | 52 Weeks Range 20.80 - 27.49 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 20.80 - 27.49 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF (EWM) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of Malaysian equities, offering exposure to the Malaysian stock market. It primarily focuses on large and mid-sized companies, reflecting the broad Malaysian equity market.
Reputation and Reliability
iShares is a well-established and reputable ETF issuer, known for providing a wide range of investment products with strong tracking capabilities.
Management Expertise
BlackRock, the parent company of iShares, has extensive experience and expertise in managing ETFs and investment funds globally.
Investment Objective
Goal
The ETF aims to provide investment results that correspond to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the MSCI Malaysia Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a passive management strategy, seeking to replicate the performance of the MSCI Malaysia Index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of Malaysian companies across various sectors, reflecting the composition of the MSCI Malaysia Index.
Market Position
Market Share: EWM holds a significant portion of the market share for ETFs focused on Malaysian equities.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 313736854
Competitors
Key Competitors
- FLKR
- FATI
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape involves a few ETFs primarily focused on Malaysia. EWM has a substantial first mover advantage and strong liquidity due to its AUM.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data for EWM is available from various financial data providers and includes annual and average returns over different time periods.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance should be closely aligned with the MSCI Malaysia Index, with minor deviations due to fees and tracking error.
Expense Ratio: 0.49
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF exhibits moderate liquidity, with sufficient trading volume for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically low, reflecting the ETF's moderate liquidity.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth in Malaysia, global economic conditions, and investor sentiment towards emerging markets influence EWM's performance.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on the performance of the Malaysian economy and the overall equity market. Shifts in sector allocations within the MSCI Malaysia Index will influence holdings.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
EWM benefits from being one of the first and largest ETFs focused on Malaysian equities, providing strong liquidity and a well-established track record. Its affiliation with iShares provides a reputable brand and access to extensive resources. The ETF's established index tracking methodology is considered to be transparent and reliable. While direct exposure to a single country has inherent risks, it provides focused access to the Malaysian economy.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
EWM's volatility is generally correlated with the Malaysian stock market and emerging market volatility.
Market Risk
The ETF is subject to market risk, currency risk (MYR vs. USD), and political and economic risks specific to Malaysia.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking exposure to the Malaysian equity market, diversification within an emerging market portfolio, or those who believe in the long-term growth potential of the Malaysian economy.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors and potentially active traders seeking exposure to the Malaysian equity market.
Summary
The iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF (EWM) provides targeted exposure to the Malaysian stock market through a passively managed fund that tracks the MSCI Malaysia Index. It is a liquid and well-established ETF from a reputable issuer, making it a suitable option for investors looking to diversify into Malaysian equities. However, investors should be aware of the risks associated with investing in a single emerging market. The ETF's performance is closely tied to the economic health and political stability of Malaysia.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- iShares official website
- MSCI official website
- Morningstar
- Bloomberg
- ETF.com
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market data is subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of its underlying index and in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the component securities of its underlying index. The underlying index is designed to measure the performance of the large- and mid- capitalization segments of the Malaysian market. The fund is non-diversified.
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