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Global X FTSE Southeast Asia ETF(ASEA)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ASEA
09/25/2026: ASEA (2-star) is a SELL. SELL for 4 days. Simulated Profits (9.58%). Updated daily EoD!
Global X FTSE Southeast Asia ETF (ASEA) offers targeted exposure to 40 large-cap companies across key Southeast Asian markets like Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia. It provides a convenient, single-ticker entry point for regional diversification that is otherwise difficult to construct, though it carries higher expenses and lower liquidity than broader emerging market funds. The portfolio is heavily weighted toward the financial and industrial sectors, making it sensitive to regional economic growth and currency fluctuations. ASEA is best suited for long-term investors seeking to complement a core portfolio with specific ASEAN exposure, provided they are comfortable with emerging market risks and lower trading volumes.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | While the region has growth potential, the index is heavily weighted toward mature financial sectors. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Investors can use the fund to capitalize on positive regional economic cycles. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The fund often holds established companies trading at lower valuations than developed market equivalents. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | The portfolio includes many dividend-paying banks and industrial firms, but payouts can be impacted by currency volatility. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Emerging market concentration and regional geopolitical risks make this unsuitable for conservative portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is an experienced participant looking for specific regional exposure within Asia, distinct from a broad emerging market allocation.
Suitability
ASEA is best suited for long-term investors aiming to diversify a global portfolio, rather than for active traders due to liquidity constraints.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | The region is susceptible to sudden market swings and capital flow reversals. |
| Market risk | High | ASEA is directly tied to the economic health and political stability of developing nations. |
| Concentration | High | The fund is heavily exposed to financial and industrial sectors within specific Southeast Asian countries. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | The expense ratio is relatively high compared to broad-market index funds. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Low trading volume can lead to difficulty entering or exiting positions without price impact. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | Regional firms often lack the global brand recognition and regulatory oversight found in US or EU markets. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
ASEA exhibits higher volatility than developed market ETFs due to the emerging market nature of its holdings.
Market Risk
The fund is highly sensitive to political risk, regulatory changes, and economic stability in the ASEAN region.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Singapore Equities | 35 | This provides exposure to major regional financial and real estate hubs within Southeast Asia. |
| Geography | Indonesia Equities | 25 | Exposure to Indonesia offers growth potential from one of the largest emerging economies in the region. |
| Geography | Malaysia Equities | 18 | Malaysia provides stable exposure to diversified industries within the ASEAN bloc. |
| Geography | Thailand Equities | 12 | Thailand contributes exposure to Southeast Asian manufacturing and consumer services sectors. |
| Geography | Philippines Equities | 10 | The Philippines offers targeted exposure to a growing domestic consumption market. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 41.33% | Avg. Invested days 78 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Sep 27, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $101.32M |
| Issuer | Global X Funds |
| Expense Ratio | 0.65% |
| Distribution Yield | 3.6% |
| Inception | Feb 16, 2011 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +17.99% |
| 1 Year | +29.09% |
| 3 Year | +17.54% |
| 5 Year | +12.32% |
| 10 Year | +7.65% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 12.28% |
| 3Y Volatility | 11.88% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 1.01 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
| Sustainability Rating | 3 / 5 |
| Benchmark | MSCI ACWI Ex USA NR USD |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mega Cap | 50.33% |
| Large Cap | 49.61% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 64.10% |
| Industrials | 13.46% |
| Communication Services | 7.27% |
| Utilities | 3.76% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 15.72x |
| Portfolio P/B | 1.95x |
| Portfolio P/S | 2.83x |
| Holdings Turnover | 11.4% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| DBS Group Holdings | 20.22% |
| OVERSEA-CHINESE BANKING | 13.11% |
| United Overseas Bank | 6.59% |
| Singapore Telecommunications | 4.03% |
| Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public | 3.57% |
Upturn AI Summary
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