Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF (FLKR)
| Assets | $226.56M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.09% |
| PE Ratio | 12.40 |
| Shares Out | 7.30M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $0.12 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.39% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 20, 2025 |
| Payout Ratio | 4.85% |
| 1-Year Return | +66.34% |
| Volume | 170,690 |
| Open | 31.38 |
| Previous Close | 30.81 |
| Day's Range | 31.31 - 31.65 |
| 52-Week Low | 16.54 |
| 52-Week High | 33.73 |
| Beta | 1.21 |
| Holdings | 160 |
| Inception Date | Nov 2, 2017 |
About FLKR
Fund Home PageThe Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF (FLKR) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the FTSE South Korea RIC Capped index. The fund tracks a market cap-weighted index of large- and mid-cap South Korean companies. FLKR was launched on Nov 2, 2017 and is issued by Franklin Templeton.
Top 10 Holdings
53.34% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | 005930 | 19.74% |
| SK hynix Inc. | 000660 | 17.06% |
| KB Financial Group Inc. | 105560 | 2.69% |
| Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Participating Preferred | 005935.KQ | 2.55% |
| NAVER Corporation | 035420 | 2.10% |
| Hyundai Motor Company | 005380 | 2.01% |
| Doosan Enerbility Co., Ltd. | 034020 | 1.98% |
| Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd. | 055550 | 1.90% |
| Hanwha Aerospace Co., Ltd. | 012450 | 1.68% |
| Kia Corporation | 000270 | 1.63% |
Dividends
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 2025 | $0.06574 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $0.05567 | Dec 30, 2024 |
| Jun 21, 2024 | $1.17718 | Jun 28, 2024 |
| Dec 15, 2023 | $0.35064 | Dec 26, 2023 |
| Jun 16, 2023 | $0.16756 | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.13766 | Jan 9, 2023 |
News
Bank of Korea Holds Steady as It Flags Higher Growth, Inflation
South Korea's central bank maintained its policy rate at 2.50% for the fourth consecutive meeting, staying on the sidelines as it raised its growth and inflation forecasts.
US, South Korea unveil details on shipbuilding investment and subs in trade deal
The U.S. and South Korea released details of a trade agreement on Friday that includes a $150 billion Korean investment in the American shipbuilding sector and an additional $200 billion earmarked for...
FLKR: Solid Hold Following 2025 Rally
Franklin FTSE Korea ETF (FLKR) has surged nearly 80% YTD, reflecting South Korea's strong equity market performance and economic resilience. FLKR still trades at a discount to other Asian emerging mar...
South Korea releases details of trade deal struck with the US
Following are some of the details released by South Korea's chief policy adviser Kim Yong-beom, shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump said the two nations had reached a trade deal. Washington has ...
U.S. Reaches Tariff-Lowering Trade Deal With South Korea
The U.S. and South Korea agreed to a trade deal Wednesday following months of negotiations that will lower tariffs placed against the longtime Asian ally in exchange for hundreds of billions of dollar...
South Korea gives details of trade deal struck with the U.S.
Following are some of the details released by South Korea's chief policy advisor Kim Yong-beom, shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump said the two nations had reached a trade deal. Washington has ...
For Targeted EM Exposure, Consider South Korea ETFs
A weakening greenback is being compounded by global de-dollarization and lower interest rates, creating an environment for emerging markets (EM) ETFs to prosper. In turn, more investors are flocking i...
South Korea sees higher chance of US trade deal by APEC summit
South Korea has a higher chance of reaching a trade deal with the U.S. by the time of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in South Korea later this month, the country's chief policy ad...
U.S. Commerce Sec. Lutnick on South Korea trade deal and Hyundai plant raid
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick discusses where trade negotiations stand with South Korea.
South Korea to unveil $150 billion investment in US shipbuilding under Trump trade deal
'The Big Money Show' previews President Donald Trump's meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung as they discuss a potential deal and analyze market reaction. #foxbusiness #usnews #southkorea ...
FLKR: Benefit From AI And Semiconductor Tailwinds
The Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF is a compelling, low-cost ETF to gain exposure to South Korea's tech-driven growth, especially in semiconductors and AI. The fund offers superior diversification and ...
South Korea exports rise at fastest in 7 months before higher US tariffs kick in
South Korea's exports rose for the second straight month in July, beating market expectations on strong chip demand and shipments being moved forward ahead of higher U.S. tariffs, which are expected t...
GM Stock Rises. Why Trump's South Korea Trade Deal Is Good News.
General Motors is a big beneficiary of lower import tariffs on South Korea. The U.S. auto maker builds cars there.
U.S. Reaches 15% Tariff Deal With South Korea Ahead Of August Deadline
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Trump announces trade deal with South Korea, setting tariffs at 15%
Trump announces trade deal with South Korea, setting tariffs at 15%
South Korea Reaches Trade Deal With Trump
The agreement comes after other American allies, like Japan, clinched their own deals to partly moderate President Trump's tariff threats.
Trump announces South Korea trade deal with $350B US investment hours before tariff deadline
“I am pleased to announce that the United States of America has agreed to a Full and Complete Trade Deal with the Republic of Korea,” Trump, 79, wrote on Truth Social.
Trump says US will impose 15% tariff on South Korean imports
President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the United States would charge a 15% tariff on imports from South Korea as part of an agreement with the Asian trading partner that avoids even higher levies.
Tariffs, especially the ones on chips, are the biggest risk factors to South Korea economy in H2: MS
Kathleen Oh of Morgan Stanley says there is now 'a lot of pressure' for South Korean trade negotiators in the U.S. to get the deal done. She views South Korea's fiscal position as 'manageable'.
South Korea's Economy Rebounds in Second Quarter
The pickup in Asia's fourth-largest economy was largely driven by resilient exports and policy support.
South Korea's Economy Contracted Before Trump Tariffs Hit
South Korea's economy contracted in the first quarter after large-scale wildfires and political turmoil over its president's impeachment suppressed consumer sentiment and business activities.
FLKR: Investing In South Korea, Incredibly Low Valuations
South Korean stocks are undervalued, presenting a long-term value play opportunity via the Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF, despite recent political tensions. FLKR is attractively priced with a low expe...
South Korea needs political reform to attract investor interest: David Roche
David Roche, strategist at Quantum Strategy, and Victor Cha, president of the CSIS geopolitics and foreign policy department, discuss the possibility of constitutional reform in South Korea.
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.
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 ov...