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278540 ETF · Samsung KODEX MSCI Korea Total Return ETF
The 278540 Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by Samsung Asset Management. It is built to track an index: MSCI Korea Index. The 278540 ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 81 underlying holdings. The dividend policy is capitalization.
Last update 3/13/2026, 12:00 AM UTC
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This fund is part ofAPAC Blended Cap1M perf.-5.35%
Last price
₩28,595
1M perf.
+7.10%
1M flows
-€34M
AuM
€1.35B
E/R
0.15%
Rating
Not rated
ESG Consensus®
278540
₩28,595
Performance & flows
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278540
₩29,313.63
+47.18%
APAC Blended Cap
+9.55%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +7.10%  | +47.18% | +160.77% | +177.29% | +118.02% | -10.44% | +39.85% | +39.85% | |
| Flows |
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Main characteristics
Issuer
ISIN
KR7278540000
AuM
€1.35B
E/R
0.15%
Replication rating
Not rated
ESG Consensus®
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NAV
3/11/2026
₩29,313.63
1D NAV change
+1.28%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Full replication
No. of holdings
81
Inception date
11/8/2017
Jurisdiction
South Korea
Distribution
South Korea
Legal structure
Open-end Investment Trust
Base currency
KRW
Classification
Investment strategy
KODEX MSCI Korea TR ETF seeks to track the performance of the MSCI KOREA Gross TR(Total Return) Index (Local Currency).
Tax optimisation
PEA
France
UK Reporting Status
United Kingdom
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Risk profile
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Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +47.18% | +160.77% | +177.29% | +118.02% |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Countries
Republic of Korea
99.99%
Sectors
Information Technology
56.19%
Industrials
15.12%
Financials
8.71%
Consumer Discretionary
7.45%
Communication Services
3.46%
Health Care
3.28%
Materials
2.66%
Consumer Staples
1.07%
Unavailable
0.42%
Other
1.64%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 81
Top 15 holdings
Data as of January 31, 2026
SAMSUNG ELECTR
SK HYNIX
SAMSUNG ELEC-1P PRF
HYUNDAI MOTOR
KB FGI
HANWHA AEROSPACE
DOOSAN ENERBILITY
SK SQUARE CO LTD
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KIA CORPORATION
NAVER CORP
SHINHAN FINANC
CELLTRION
HANA FINANCIAL G
HYUNDAI MOBIS
POSCO HOLDINGS INC
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Integrates ESG criteria
No
SDG
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Data as of December 31, 2025
MethodologyOur partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about 278540 ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus®
ESG Consensus® is based on the Final Sustainability Grade, which itself consists of 10 grades. Our partner Conser calculates the exact grade, based on market intelligence, using their proprietary ESG Consensus® methodology.
278540’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either B+, B, or B-.
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A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
C
C-
D
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84.09% of holdings have positive scoring
15.93% of holdings have negative scoring
6.94%
39.32%
37.82%
9.39%
Consensus levels
Strong
Medium
Weak
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Trackinsight replication rating:
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Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of February 27, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
Replication information
Index
MSCI Korea Gross Total Return Index - KRW
Index ticker
M8KR Index
Index dividend policy
GTR
Replication method
Replication model
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Samsung Asset Management
Samsung Asset Management ID Card
Number of funds
145
Total AuM
€58.24B
Expense ratio range
0.015% - 2.28%
Average expense ratio
0.3679%
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Frequently asked questions about 278540
What does Samsung KODEX MSCI Korea Total Return ETF, 278540, invest in?
278540 is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap South Korean Equities.
Which benchmark or index does 278540 replicate?
278540 tracks the MSCI Korea Gross Total Return Index - KRW, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of 278540?
278540 carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.15%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was 278540 launched?
278540 was introduced to the market on November 8, 2017. It trades on South Korea
Who is the ETF issuer of 278540?
Samsung KODEX MSCI Korea Total Return ETF, 278540, is provided by Samsung Asset Management. Learn more about Samsung Asset Management here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of 278540?
278540 oversees €1.35B in assets as of March 11, 2026.
How has 278540 performed lately?
Based on data from March 11, 2026, 278540 returned 7.10% over the past month, 47.18% over the last three months and 39.85% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for 278540?
As of March 11, 2026, 278540 recorded net flows of -€34M over the last month and -€34M year-to-date.
Does 278540 distribute dividends?
278540 follows a capitalizing, meaning it reinvests income within the fund.
What are the main country or region exposures of 278540?
As of January 31, 2026, 278540 has significant geographic allocations in Republic of Korea.
In which sector or theme does 278540 invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, 278540 focuses largely on Information Technology, Industrials and Financials.
How many securities does 278540 hold and how diversified is it?
As of January 31, 2026, 278540 holds 81 positions in its portfolio, with 71.86% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in 278540?
As of January 31, 2026, 278540 top three holdings include SAMSUNG ELECTR, SK HYNIX and SAMSUNG ELEC-1P PRF.
What is the base currency of 278540?
The base currency of 278540 is KRW.
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