WisdomTree China ex-State-Owned Enterprises Fund Price & Performance (CXSE)

The WisdomTree China ex-State-Owned Enterprises Fund (CXSE) saw a notable 64.8% drop in short interest in February, falling to 5,100 shares from 14,500 in January. With a market cap of $420.38 million, the ETF is gaining attention for its focus on privately-owned Chinese firms and recent trading uptick.1

China-focused technology ETFs are rallying, with the Hang Seng Tech Index up nearly 30% year-to-date. The growth is fueled by DeepSeek's AI breakthrough and rising interest in tech giants like Alibaba and Baidu. Leading ETFs, such as Roundhill China Dragons ETF (DRAG), have gained over 32% in 2025 so far.2

ESG-focused ETFs are gaining traction, with WisdomTree China ex-State-Owned Enterprises Fund (CXSE) delivering a 25.49% return year-to-date. These funds, which prioritize sustainability and governance, are increasingly seen as both ethical and financially rewarding, outperforming traditional counterparts in many cases.3