Franklin FTSE South Korea ETFFLKR
FLKR
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Funds holding %
of 6,809 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
300% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 16 | Existing positions reduced: 4
12% less funds holding
Funds holding: 33 [Q2] → 29 (-4) [Q3]
22.2% less ownership
Funds ownership: 60.93% [Q2] → 38.72% (-22.2%) [Q3]
50% less first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 4 | Existing positions closed: 8
60% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $115M [Q2] → $46M (-$68.6M) [Q3]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for FLKR.
Financial journalist opinion
Negative
Market Watch
2 weeks ago
South Korea ETFs struggle despite country showing ‘resiliency' after martial law
It's been a head-spinning week for ETF investors monitoring geopolitical risks to stocks in their portfolios.
Negative
Investors Business Daily
2 weeks ago
South Korea's President Declares Martial Law, Says Nation On 'Edge Of Collapse'; Korean Stocks Fall
South Korea is in turmoil and several stocks are taking a hit. The post South Korea's President Declares Martial Law, Says Nation On 'Edge Of Collapse'; Korean Stocks Fall appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
FLKR: Risk-Reward Profile Not Attractive
Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF has a high exposure to the volatile memory sector, making it susceptible to economic downturns and cyclical fluctuations. The fund's technology sector concentration is overly reliant on Samsung Electronics and SK hynix, increasing its vulnerability to memory chip supply-demand imbalances. Despite its attractive valuation, FLKR's prospects are dimmed by South Korea's weak economic outlook and the depreciating Korean Won.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 months ago
FLKR: A Good Fund For South Korean Exposure
South Korea is a bright spot in East Asia with booming exports and a proactive government encouraging small business startups. The Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF provides broad exposure to the South Korean equity market, with a focus on leading companies like Samsung Electronics. The fund has a heavy allocation in the Tech sector, which may pose risks, but offers potential for long-term growth in a thriving economy.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
7 months ago
FLKR: Keeping The Faith In Korea's Value Unlocking Story
Korea's ‘value-up' efforts may have suffered an election setback. But there's still plenty of room for this value unlocking story to unfold over time. Ultra-low-cost FLKR remains a great vehicle for exposure.
Positive
WSJ
9 months ago
Korean Stocks Have a New Driver: The Government
Shares in Hyundai and Kia have accelerated in response to a regulatory clampdown on low valuations.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
10 months ago
FLKR: Korea Could Be This Year's Sleeper Hit As 'Value Up' Catalyst Looms
Coming off a challenging few years, Korea could finally be set for a change in fortunes.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
10 months ago
Asia-Pacific Is Not Just China
While the China macro story of ongoing transition is a headwind to the rest of Asia, there is more to the region's economic health than this.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 year ago
Following Goldman Sachs? Bet on South Korea ETFs
Goldman Sachs is bullish on South Korea. The research house believes that the market will offer the highest earnings growth next year.
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