
The primary objective of this fund is to mirror the overall performance of the FTSE Emerging Index, aiming for the closest possible alignment. This goal is considered before accounting for any associated fees and operating expenses.
Is SCHE's expense ratio expensive, average, or a steal for its category?
Pro reveals the verdict on a 5-tier spectrum calibrated against ICI 2025 industry averages, with strategy-aware bands so the comparison is meaningful.

The Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF and Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF both maintain low expense ratios of 0.06%. The Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF provides significantly broader diversification with nearly 6,000 holdings.

Schwab International Equity ETF is more cost-effective with an expense ratio of 0.03% compared to 0.06% for Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF. Schwab International Equity ETF has outperformed Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF on a 1-year total return basis while offering a higher dividend yield.


IEMG has significantly outperformed SCHE over the past year while maintaining a much larger asset base. SCHE offers a lower expense ratio and a higher dividend yield compared to its iShares counterpart.

Schwab Emerging Markets Equity ETF offers a significantly lower expense ratio and a higher trailing-12-month dividend yield than iShares MSCI World ETF. iShares MSCI World ETF provides exposure to developed economies and has delivered higher 5-year growth with lower price volatility.