EWT vs FXI
iShares MSCI Taiwan ETF compared with iShares China Large-Cap ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
EWT
iShares MSCI Taiwan ETF
TTM yield · Annual
FXI
iShares China Large-Cap ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
Quick take
- EWT yields more today: 2.68% vs 1.57% (forward).
- EWT has grown its payout faster: 23.7%/yr vs -4.1%/yr over the last 5 years.
- EWT pays once a year; FXI pays twice a year.
- Over the last year EWT delivered the higher total return: +69.3% vs -16.9% (price change plus payouts).
- EWT is cheaper to own: 0.59% vs 0.73% expense ratio.
- FXI has the steadier distribution: consistency 47/100 vs 12/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | EWT | FXI |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $104.90 | $33.51 |
| TTM yield | 2.68% | 2.03% |
| Forward yield | 2.68% | 1.57% |
| Annual payout per share | $2.816 | $0.526 |
| Payment frequency | Annual | Semi-annual |
| Next ex-date | Dec 15, 2026 (est.) | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.59% | 0.73% |
| 1-year payout growth | +63.9% | -29.3% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +23.7% | -4.1% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 1 year | 0 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 12/100 | 47/100 |
| 1-year total return | +69.3% | -16.9% |
| 1-year price return | +64.9% | -18.5% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 12.3B | 3.9B |
| Years paying | 26.2 | 20.8 |
| Sector / category | Greater China Region | Greater China Region |
✓ marks the more favourable figure where one exists (higher yield, growth, streak, consistency, return and size; lower cost, payout ratio and risk).
$10,000 invested today
| EWT | FXI | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 95.3 | 298.4 |
| Income per year | $268 | $157 |
| Income per month (avg) | $22 | $13 |
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWT Dec 15, 2026 | Dec 29, 2026 | $2.816 | Est. |
| FXI Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.263 | Est. |
| FXI Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 28, 2027 | $0.263 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
EWTFXI
Regular payments only; the current year is year to date. Per-share amounts are not directly comparable when share prices differ, so read this chart for growth trends.
FAQ
Which has the higher dividend yield, EWT or FXI?
EWT currently has the higher trailing yield: EWT yields 2.68% and FXI yields 2.03%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do EWT and FXI pay?
EWT pays once a year and FXI pays twice a year. EWT's next ex-date is Dec 15, 2026 and FXI's is Dec 14, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, EWT or FXI?
EWT has grown its payout faster: 23.7%/yr vs -4.1%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is EWT or FXI better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. EWT and FXI differ in yield, growth, payment schedule and risk profile; the table above puts every metric side by side so you can weigh them for your own goals. This page is data, not advice.