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DBX8 ETF · Xtrackers MSCI Korea UCITS ETF
The DBX8 Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by Xtrackers by DWS. It is built to track an index: MSCI Korea 20-35 Custom Index. The DBX8 ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 81 underlying holdings. The dividend policy is capitalization.
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This fund is part ofAPAC Blended Cap1M perf.-5.35%
Last price
N/A
1M perf.
-0.87%
1M flows
+€52M
AuM
€195M
E/R
0.45%
Rating
ESG Consensus®
DBX8
N/A
Performance & flows
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December 12, 2025 → March 12, 2026
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DBX8
$166.99
+42.20%
APAC Blended Cap
+6.90%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.87%  | +42.20%  | +145.43% | +136.05% | +58.66% | -13.70% | +33.88% | +33.88% | |
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Key fund info
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Main characteristics
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NAV
3/12/2026
$166.99
1D NAV change
-1.84%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Full replication
No. of holdings
81
Inception date
7/5/2007
Jurisdiction
Luxembourg
Distribution
Netherlands
Japan (Qualified Investor)
United Kingdom
Sweden
Spain
Legal structure
SICAV
Base currency
USD
Classification
Investment strategy
The investment objective of the Fund is to track the performance of the MSCI Total Return Net Korea Index which is designed to reflect the performance of the shares of certain companies in Korea.
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 | +42.20% | +145.43% | +136.05% | +58.66% |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
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Countries
Republic of Korea
100.00%
Sectors
Information Technology
57.37%
Industrials
14.61%
Financials
8.52%
Consumer Discretionary
7.13%
Communication Services
3.46%
Health Care
3.19%
Materials
2.77%
Consumer Staples
1.03%
Unavailable
0.39%
Other
1.53%
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
SK SQUARE CO LTD
HANWHA AEROSPACE
DOOSAN ENERBILITY
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NAVER CORP
SHINHAN FINANC
KIA CORPORATION
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 DBX8 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.
DBX8’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either B+, B, or B-.
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A-
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B-
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84.27% of holdings have positive scoring
15.74% of holdings have negative scoring
6.81%
39.63%
37.83%
9.29%
Consensus levels
Strong
Medium
Weak
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Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of February 27, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
Replication information
Index
MSCI Korea 20-35 Custom NTR Index - USD
Index ticker
NU728832 Index
Index dividend policy
NTR
Replication method
Replication model
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Xtrackers by DWS
Xtrackers by DWS ID Card
Number of funds
490
Total AuM
€323.47B
Expense ratio range
0.03% - 0.95%
Average expense ratio
0.2452%
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Frequently asked questions about DBX8
What does Xtrackers MSCI Korea UCITS ETF, DBX8, invest in?
DBX8 is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Large and Mid-Cap South Korean Equities.
Which benchmark or index does DBX8 replicate?
DBX8 tracks the MSCI Korea 20-35 Custom NTR Index - USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of DBX8?
DBX8 carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.45%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was DBX8 launched?
DBX8 was introduced to the market on July 5, 2007. It trades on Netherlands, among other exchanges
Who is the ETF issuer of DBX8?
Xtrackers MSCI Korea UCITS ETF, DBX8, is provided by Xtrackers by DWS. Learn more about Xtrackers by DWS here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of DBX8?
DBX8 oversees €195M in assets as of March 12, 2026.
How has DBX8 performed lately?
Based on data from March 12, 2026, DBX8 returned -0.87% over the past month, 42.20% over the last three months and 33.88% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for DBX8?
As of March 12, 2026, DBX8 recorded net flows of +€52M over the last month and +€93M year-to-date.
Does DBX8 distribute dividends?
DBX8 follows a capitalizing, meaning it reinvests income within the fund.
What are the main country or region exposures of DBX8?
As of January 31, 2026, DBX8 has significant geographic allocations in Republic of Korea.
In which sector or theme does DBX8 invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, DBX8 focuses largely on Information Technology, Industrials and Financials.
How many securities does DBX8 hold and how diversified is it?
As of January 31, 2026, DBX8 holds 81 positions in its portfolio, with 72.42% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in DBX8?
As of January 31, 2026, DBX8 top three holdings include SAMSUNG ELECTR, SK HYNIX and SAMSUNG ELEC-1P PRF.
What is the base currency of DBX8?
The base currency of DBX8 is USD.
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