Asia ETF News for the Past 30 Days
India Remains Among the Fastest-Growing Economies Even As Growth Slows Amid Middle East Conflict; Outlook Vulnerable to Risks and Uncertainty
April 9, 2026--Growth in India is projected at 6.6% in FY27,as higher energy prices caused by the Middle East conflict and supply chain disruptions weigh on economic activity. But even with the slowdown,India remains among the fastest-growing major economies in the world,says the World Bank's latest economic update.
South Asia's Growth Slows Amid Global Headwinds
April 8, 2026--Region needs reforms to create enough jobs, accelerate growth
Growth in South Asia is expected to slow to 6.3% in 2026-from 7% in 2025-due to disruptions in global energy markets, says the World Bank Group in its twice-a-year regional outlook.
KB Asset Management Launches RISE US AI Electricity Infrastructure Active ETF Tracking the Solactive US AI Electricity Infrastructure Index
April 7, 2026-Solactive is pleased to continue its collaboration with KB Asset Management with the launch of the RISE US AI Electricity Infrastructure Active ETF, an ETF tracking the Solactive US AI Electricity Infrastructure Index.
Japan: 2026 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Japan
April 03, 2026--The Japanese economy has displayed impressive resilience in the face of global shocks and output is growing above potential. Domestic demand has been robust and unemployment remains low. After three decades of near-zero inflation, prices grew faster than the BOJ's target for over three and a half years before moderating in January.
Global X China Life Franklin HK-US Equity Select ETF（3428）Listed on HKEX
March 31, 2026-Cross–Market ETF Focusing on Hong Kong High-Dividend Stocks and U.S. Leading Growth Companies
The Global X China Life Franklin Hong Kong-U.S. Equity Select ETF (the "Fund)' (stock codes: 3428 HKD / 83428 RMB / 9428 USD) was officially listed on Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX).
Hang Seng Indexes Company and Korea Exchange Launch the First Co-branded HK-Korea Cross-Market Index Series to Deepen Capital Market Connectivity
March 31, 2026-Hang Seng Indexes Company ('HSIL') and Korea Exchange ('KRX') today jointly announced the launch of the Hang Seng KRX HK-Korea Index Series, marking the first co-branded cross-market index collaboration between the two organisations and a significant step in deepening capital market connectivity between Hong Kong and Korea.
Global X Australia Launches the Global X Humanoid Robotics ETF Tracking the Solactive Global Humanoid Robotics AUD Index
March 30, 2026- Solactive is pleased to announce the latest collaboration with Global X Australia on the launch of the Global X Humanoid Robotics ETF (ASX: HMND), which tracks the Solactive Global Humanoid Robotics AUD Index. The product is designed to provide exposure to companies driving innovation in the ecosystem of humanoid robotics.
E Fund HK Launches E Fund (HK) Solactive Asia Semiconductor Select Index ETF Tracking the Solactive Asia Semiconductor Select Index
March 26, 2026-Solactive is pleased to announce its continued collaboration with E Fund Management (Hong Kong) Co., Limited ("E Fund HK") through the launch of the E Fund (HK) Solactive Asia Semiconductor Select Index ETF, which tracks the Solactive Asia Semiconductor Select Index.
What the war in Iran means for China
March 17, 2026-China is relatively inured to the Iran conflict, but less external demand could hit its exports and its international partnerships may be undermined
The disruption to global energy flows triggered by the United States and Israel's attacks against Iran are a severe test of energy security, export resilience and geopolitical strategy for China, the world’s largest oil importer.
