IEMG vs SCHE: Which Emerging Markets ETF Is the Smarter Choice Right Now?

Published September 14, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

Both the iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (NYSEMKT:IEMG) and the Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF (NYSEMKT:SCHE)serve as core building blocks for international diversification, targeting stocks across developing nations.

While they share similar goals, differences in their underlying indexes lead to varying sector exposures, which can impact long-term risk and return profiles.

Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from monthly returns over the available fund history (up to five years). The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. Dividend yield is the trailing-12-month distribution yield.

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