UBL Pakistan Enterprise ETF
Price
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YTD
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Expense
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Yield
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FLKR
FLKR NYSE
Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF · by Franklin Templeton
Price
₩60.08
YTD return
+6.20%
1Y return
8.50%
Expense ratio
0.09%
Dividend yield
1.90%
AUM
$350M
FLKR provides ultra-low-cost exposure to the South Korean equity market through the FTSE South Korea Capped Index. At just 0.09% expense ratio, it is the cheapest way to access Korean stocks including Samsung, SK Hynix, and Hyundai.
FLKR: Ultra-Low-Cost Korea Access
Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF offers the most cost-efficient way to invest in South Korean equities. At just 0.09% expense ratio, FLKR dramatically undercuts the competition while providing comprehensive Korean market coverage.
Korea's Innovation Economy
South Korea punches well above its weight in the global economy. Home to world-class companies in semiconductors (Samsung, SK Hynix), automobiles (Hyundai, Kia), electronics (LG), and entertainment (K-pop, Korean cinema), the country has transformed from a war-torn nation into a global innovation leader in just 60 years.
Samsung Dominance
Samsung Electronics typically represents 20-25% of the Korean market and is the single largest holding in FLKR. As the world's largest memory chip manufacturer and a leader in smartphones, displays, and consumer electronics, Samsung's performance significantly influences Korean ETF returns.
Semiconductor Supercycle
With Samsung and SK Hynix controlling roughly 70% of the global memory semiconductor market, Korean ETFs provide significant exposure to the AI-driven semiconductor supercycle. Memory demand for AI training and inference workloads is expected to drive multi-year growth for these companies.
Top holdings
Every holding links to its own page with a live price and the full list of funds that own it.
| # | Holding | Ticker | Sector | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samsung Electronics | 005930 | Technology | 22.50% | 260,000.00 -2.26% |
| 2 | SK Hynix | 000660 | Technology | 8.20% | 1,705,000.00 -1.45% |
| 3 | Hyundai Motor | 005380 | Consumer Cyclical | 3.50% | 399,000.00 0.25% |
| 4 | Samsung SDI | 006400 | Technology | 2.80% | 570,000.00 0.18% |
| 5 | LG Chem | 051910 | Basic Materials | 2.40% | 274,000.00 -0.18% |
Frequently asked questions
Why is FLKR so much cheaper than EWY?
Franklin Templeton uses competitive pricing to attract assets. At 0.09% vs EWY's 0.59%, FLKR saves investors approximately $50 per year on a $10,000 investment.
What is the biggest risk for Korean ETFs?
North Korean geopolitical tensions, Samsung concentration risk, semiconductor cyclicality, and Korean won currency fluctuations are key risks.
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