Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF

Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF is an exchange-traded fund designed to provide investors with broad and cost-effective exposure to South Korea's equity markets. The fund seeks to closely track the performance of the FTSE South Korea RIC Capped Index, which comprises large- and mid-capitalization companies listed in South Korea. Its portfolio offers diversified access across various sectors, including technology, consumer cyclical, financial services, healthcare, and basic materials. Prominent holdings include leading South Korean corporations such as Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Hyundai Motor, and KB Financial Group. By investing in both growth and value stocks, the fund reflects the dynamic nature of South Korea’s economy and its key role in global technology, manufacturing, and consumer industries. This ETF plays a significant role for investors aiming to target the South Korean market within a broader international or emerging markets portfolio, allowing precise single-country allocation with the liquidity and transparency typical of ETFs.