Global Markets
Global Markets Returns Tracker
Compare absolute returns of top global indices: US, Europe, Asia, India, Emerging Markets, Gold, Silver, and Bitcoin, all in USD terms.
Showing returns for all markets
Market Rankings
All equity markets ranked by 1-year return, best to worst
Broad Market Indices
Regional and global ETFs in USD terms
Country Markets
Individual country ETFs: Japan, China, Brazil, South Korea, UK, Germany, Taiwan, Hong Kong
Alternatives
Gold, Silver and Bitcoin via US-listed ETFs
Performance Heatmap
All markets across all periods. Colour intensity shows return magnitude.
| Market | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
🇺🇸 US Market SPY | +3.5% | +4.2% | +14.7% | +14.7% | +21.9% | +80.2% | +86.6% | +318.0% |
🇮🇳 India INDA | +2.6% | +3.3% | -5.5% | -7.5% | -4.6% | +15.8% | +16.1% | +87.9% |
🌍 Emerging Markets VWO | +2.1% | +0.8% | +4.6% | +12.4% | +20.9% | +62.6% | +37.2% | +110.5% |
🌏 Asia Pacific VPL | +3.5% | +2.2% | +9.5% | +28.8% | +40.0% | +85.9% | +64.6% | +158.4% |
🌍 Europe VGK | +4.6% | +7.1% | +6.1% | +12.5% | +20.9% | +64.9% | +54.9% | +158.7% |
🌐 World ex-US VEU | +3.5% | +3.9% | +7.2% | +17.2% | +27.4% | +73.3% | +57.4% | +152.8% |
| Country Markets | ||||||||
🇯🇵 Japan EWJ | +4.9% | +7.5% | +5.5% | +22.6% | +30.3% | +76.6% | +61.6% | +143.7% |
🇨🇳 China MCHI | +2.2% | -5.7% | -9.2% | -8.8% | -6.5% | +29.0% | -14.4% | +40.3% |
🇧🇷 Brazil EWZ | -6.3% | -8.2% | -10.4% | +7.3% | +26.5% | +30.0% | +34.8% | +64.0% |
🇰🇷 South Korea EWY | +0.9% | -6.2% | +33.3% | +83.7% | +147.9% | +206.7% | +129.7% | +277.1% |
🇬🇧 United Kingdom EWU | +4.2% | +5.0% | +3.6% | +11.3% | +20.3% | +67.4% | +74.0% | +124.3% |
🇩🇪 Germany EWG | +6.2% | +6.1% | +2.0% | +5.5% | +5.5% | +66.1% | +41.1% | +110.5% |
🇹🇼 Taiwan EWT | +5.5% | +12.6% | +47.2% | +69.2% | +85.4% | +187.0% | +152.1% | +478.6% |
🇭🇰 Hong Kong EWH | +3.8% | -6.4% | -1.2% | +7.6% | +10.3% | +39.5% | +4.7% | +49.6% |
| Alternatives | ||||||||
🥇 Gold GLD | +7.2% | -6.6% | -13.8% | +0.7% | +29.8% | +125.3% | +139.8% | +213.2% |
🥈 Silver SLV | +9.4% | -23.0% | -16.6% | -9.7% | +68.6% | +180.7% | +164.7% | +210.7% |
₿ Bitcoin IBIT | -1.9% | -22.3% | -7.9% | -27.7% | -46.5% | - | - | - |
NRI Perspective
What do these returns mean if your income is in AED?
All returns shown are in USD terms. Since the AED is pegged to the USD, NRIs earning in Dubai see these returns without any currency conversion loss, unlike investors earning in INR who need to account for rupee depreciation. Use the Currency Impact calculator to see exactly how exchange rates affect your long-term wealth.
All returns are in USD terms and sourced from ETF price data. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Data is updated daily and may reflect the previous trading day's close. This tracker is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Use the ETF Screener to analyse expense ratio, drawdown, and risk metrics before investing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which global market has delivered the best returns over 10 years?
The US market (S&P 500 via SPY) has delivered the strongest 10-year absolute return among major developed markets, driven by technology sector dominance. India (INDA) has been the strongest emerging market over the same period. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Are returns shown in USD or local currency?
All returns are shown in USD terms, using ETF price performance. This reflects the actual return a USD-based or AED-based investor would receive, including the currency effect.
Why use ETFs instead of actual index values?
ETFs like SPY, VWO, and INDA are investable instruments. You can actually buy them. Official index values require separate licensing. ETF returns closely track their underlying indices and reflect real-world investor experience including expenses.
Is Gold a good investment for NRIs in UAE?
Gold has historically preserved purchasing power across currencies, making it relevant for NRIs with income in AED and goals in INR. A 5–15% allocation via a Gold ETF (GLD or IAU) can reduce overall portfolio volatility. It is not a growth engine. Equities have outperformed Gold over most 10-year periods.
How often is the data updated?
Data is refreshed daily from our fund analytics platform. Returns reflect end-of-day prices. The page shows the most recent data available, typically reflecting the previous trading day's close.