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Matthews International Funds(ASIA)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ASIA
10/02/2026: ASIA (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Matthews International Funds (ASIA) is an actively managed ETF that provides targeted exposure to companies within the Asia-Pacific region that adhere to specific ESG standards. By leveraging deep regional research, the fund seeks long-term capital growth, distinguishing itself from passive, low-cost index alternatives. While it offers a unique ESG-focused mandate, investors should be mindful of its higher expense ratio, potential for regional geopolitical volatility, and lower liquidity compared to massive index-tracking peers. It is best suited for long-term, growth-oriented investors looking for an active, sustainable approach to Asian equity markets rather than those seeking low-cost, broad-market index coverage.
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 targets long-term capital appreciation within high-growth Asian markets. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Active management may not always align with short-term price momentum, so this fits best when the manager's picks are gaining traction. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The fund focuses on fundamental quality, which may sometimes prioritize growth over deep value metrics. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The primary objective is capital appreciation rather than consistent high-yield income. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Investing in emerging and developed Asian markets carries inherent volatility that is unsuitable for risk-averse investors. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a long-term oriented individual seeking exposure to Asia-Pacific growth while prioritizing ESG sustainability standards.
Suitability
This fund is best suited for long-term investors looking to add active, thematic management to a larger, diversified global portfolio.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Asian markets frequently experience significant swings due to economic and geopolitical factors. |
| Market risk | High | The fund is exposed to systemic risks across multiple Asian countries. |
| Concentration | Medium / high | Active management can lead to concentrated positions in specific sectors or countries. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | The higher expense ratio requires the manager to outperform significantly to add net value. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Lower trading volumes may make it more costly to enter or exit large positions. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | ESG criteria may exclude certain highly profitable sectors, affecting overall fund quality metrics. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
ASIA exhibits high volatility due to the emerging market nature of many of its holdings and the regional concentration.
Market Risk
Risks include currency fluctuations, regional political instability, and regulatory environments that differ significantly from US markets.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Greater China (Mainland, Hong Kong, Taiwan) | 40 | Provides exposure to the largest economies in the region, which are central to Asian market growth. |
| Geography | India | 25 | Offers access to a high-growth emerging economy with significant potential for long-term equity appreciation. |
| Developed Asia (Japan, South Korea, Australia) | 20 | Provides stability and mature market exposure within the broader Asian investment landscape. | |
| Geography | Southeast Asia (Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam) | 15 | Captures growth from emerging regional markets with unique industrial and demographic advantages. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 16.28% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Oct 2, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $52.49M |
| Issuer | Matthews Asia Funds |
| Expense Ratio | 0.79% |
| Distribution Yield | 0.86% |
| Inception | Sep 21, 2023 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +21.38% |
| 1 Year | +23.35% |
| 3 Year | +19.30% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 29.86% |
| 3Y Volatility | 19.93% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0.77 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mega Cap | 75.81% |
| Large Cap | 14.28% |
| Mid Cap | 3.24% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technology | 51.23% |
| Financial Services | 23.69% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 6.70% |
| Healthcare | 5.14% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 9.79x |
| Portfolio P/B | 2.42x |
| Portfolio P/S | 3.3x |
| Holdings Turnover | 12.07% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| Samsung Electronics | 9.37% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing | 8.84% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing | 5.86% |
| SK Hynix | 4.31% |
| DBS Group Holdings | 3.36% |
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