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It's understandable to be nervous about high stock valuations. But long-term investors can breathe easy.

VEA targets developed markets with lower costs and stronger recent returns, while IXUS offers broader exposure to 4,476 companies including emerging markets.

IEMG surged 33.4% over one year but carries higher volatility and concentration risk. IXUS offers steadier returns with 4,477 holdings and a superior dividend yield.

The iShares ETF invests in international markets outside the U.S., while the Vanguard fund offers global exposure including the U.S.

Detailed price information for Total Intl Stock Ishares Core MSCI ETF (IXUS-Q) from The Globe and Mail including charting and trades.

You can buy SK Hynix as part of these U.S.-based international ETFs.

Buying individual shares isn't the only way to gain exposure to South Korea's most important AI chip stocks.

One of these funds has averaged annual gains of 25% over the past decade.

It sports a much higher dividend yield and it features growing powerhouses outside U.S. borders.

VXUS holds 8,738 stocks with lower costs; IXUS offers a higher yield and tighter focus on 4,337 holdings. Which ETF suits your portfolio?