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Expansion of South Korean market ETFs

Overview

In mid-September 2026, new exchange-traded funds (ETFs) were launched to provide international investors with exposure to the South Korean market.

On September 15, Mirae Asset Global Investments (Hong Kong) listed the Global X KOSPI 200 ETF on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong. The fund tracks the KOSPI 200 Index, targeting sectors such as semiconductors, AI infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, batteries, and automobiles with an annual ongoing charge of 0.49%. Dennis Fok, co-CEO and Chief Investment Officer of ETFs at Mirae Asset Global Investments (Hong Kong), stated the product offers a “cost-efficient way for investors to participate in the long-term growth potential of the Korean market and its role in the AI ecosystem.”

Following this, Kiwoom Securities USA launched the KICK Korea Semiconductor Index ETF (KCHP) on the NYSE Arca. This fund specifically targets the South Korean semiconductor value chain, including memory, foundry, and design firms, with major holdings such as Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. The KCHP employs a modified market-capitalization-weighted system to manage risk and carries an annual expense ratio of 0.65%.

On September 24, 2026, the Bosera HKEX-KRX Semiconductor Index ETF (code: 03516) began trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This product is the first to track a joint semiconductor index developed by the Hong Kong and Korea Exchanges, offering exposure to Hong Kong-listed semiconductor companies alongside the top 15 semiconductor leaders listed on the Korea Exchange. Peng Zeng, Chairman and CEO of Bosera International, noted the ETF provides “efficient access to key semiconductor leaders across both markets,” marking a milestone for cross-border financial innovation in Asian capital markets.

Entities

Korea Exchange · Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing · NYSE Arca · Dennis Fok · Peng Zeng

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 8 sources
    Hong Kong launches new cross-market semiconductor and technology ETFs

    New cross-market ETFs have launched in Hong Kong, including a first-of-its-kind semiconductor index fund tracking major companies in both Hong Kong and South Korea.

  2. 5 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Bosera launches semiconductor index ETF on HKEX

    Bosera Asset Management has launched the first Bosera HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index ETF on the HKEX, providing investors access to semiconductor leaders in Hong Kong and South Korea.

  3. 16 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    KICK Korea Semiconductor Index ETF launches on NYSE Arca

    The KICK Korea Semiconductor Index ETF (KCHP) has launched on NYSE Arca, offering US investors access to 20 South Korean chip companies, including Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.

  4. 18 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Global X launches KOSPI 200 ETF in Hong Kong

    Global X has launched the KOSPI 200 ETF in Hong Kong, providing investors cost-effective access to 200 leading South Korean companies in sectors like semiconductors and AI infrastructure.

Sources

alvinology.com · businessnewsasia.com · cryptobriefing.com · europeanbusinessmagazine.com · fundselectorasia.com · investingnews.com · koreaherald.com · ltvnews.net · panafricanvisions.com · pingtungtimes.com.tw · stheadline.com · thehubnews.net · theqldr.com.au · tokenpost.kr · toray.co.jp

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