iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Asia ETF Price & Performance (EEMA)

As U.S. stocks falter with the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) down 4.35% year-to-date, international ETFs are seeing strong performance. The iShares China Large-Cap ETF (FXI) has gained 18%, driven by China’s economic recovery, while the iShares Europe ETF (IEV) is up 13%, reflecting European equities’ resilience.12

U.S. fixed-income ETFs received $2.28 billion in net inflows, while international equity ETFs attracted $1.48 billion as U.S. equity funds faced outflows. This trend highlights growing investor caution amid inflation concerns and tariff risks, with fixed-income and global diversification becoming key strategies.23

Asia-Pacific markets showed mixed results as U.S. inflation relief was offset by trade war fears. The Shanghai Composite fell 0.23%, while Japan's Nikkei hit a three-month low earlier this month. These fluctuations underscore the region's sensitivity to global economic uncertainties.34