GAEMvsBEMDETF Comparison
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Simplify Gamma Emerging Market Bond ETF (GAEM) belongs to the Intl Aggregate Bonds segment. BNY Mellon Emerging Markets Debt ETF (BEMD) is part of the EM Aggregate Bonds segment. GAEM's top 3 sector exposures are Sovereign, Energy and Utilities. In contrast, BEMD's top sector exposures are Sovereign, Energy and Finance. GAEM is more expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.96%, versus 0.4% for BEMD. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of GAEM and BEMD below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.
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GAEM vs BEMD performance and flow charts
Performance
Cumulative Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of 10/16/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | GAEM BEMD | -1.99%-1.65% | -2.54%n/a | +1.62%n/a | +3.94%n/a | n/an/a | n/an/a |
| Flows | GAEM BEMD | -$625K- | +$1M- | +$5M- | +$13M- | -- | -- |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | GAEM BEMD | +4.55%n/a | +4.21%n/a | n/an/a | n/an/a |
| Max drawdown | GAEM BEMD | -4.39%n/a | -4.39%n/a | n/an/a | n/an/a |
| Max drawdown duration | GAEM BEMD | 68dn/a | 68dn/a | n/an/a | n/an/a |
Trading data
GAEM | BEMD | |
Last sale 10/19/2026 at 1:30 PM | $25.71 | $23.97 |
| Previous close 10/16/2026 | $25.83 | $24.00 |
| Consolidated volume 10/16/2026 | ||
| Average volume 30 days | ||
| Average discount or premium 30 days | ||
| Average Bid/Ask spread 30 days |
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Main metrics
Last update 10/19/2026 at 1:30 PM
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GAEM | BEMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Last price | $25.71 | $23.97 |
| 1D performance | -0.47% | -0.13% |
| AuM | $40.64 M | $23.01 M |
| E/R | 0.96% | 0.4% |
Characteristics
GAEM | BEMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Active | Active |
| Provider | Simplify | BNY Mellon |
| Benchmark | - | - |
| N° of holdings | 66 | 89 |
| Asset class | - | - |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | August 12, 2024 | August 14, 2026 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Exposure
Countries
GAEM
Mexico
16.2%
Colombia
13.56%
Brazil
13.16%
Argentina
13.03%
El Salvador
7.02%
Other
37.03%
BEMD
USA
13.71%
Other
86.29%
Sectors
GAEM
Sovereign
44.14%
Energy
21.4%
Utilities
7.75%
Other
26.71%
BEMD
Sovereign
62.7%
Energy
10.7%
Finance
8.72%
Other
17.89%
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Diversification
GAEM
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
37.61%
BEMD
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
38.67%
Top 15 holdings
Data as of August 31, 2026
GAEM
US25714WBX02
4.81%
Ecuador, 9.25% 29jan2039, USD
3.21%
Pemex, 10% 7feb2033, USD (3)
2.87%
Mexico, 6.125% 9feb2038, USD
2.85%
Brazil, 7.25% 12jan2056, USD
2.61%
Bahamas, 8.25% 24jun2036, USD
2.42%
Dominican Republic, 6.95% 15mar2037, USD
2.30%
Brazil, 5% 27jan2045, USD
2.28%
Argentina, 5% 9jan2038, USD
2.25%
Brazil, 6.625% 15mar2035, USD
2.12%
El Salvador, 9.25% 17apr2030, USD
2.11%
Brazil, 5.625% 21feb2047, USD
2.02%
Mexico, 6.338% 4may2053, USD
2.00%
Pemex, 5.95% 28jan2031, USD (1)
1.94%
Ecopetrol, 8.375% 19jan2036, USD
1.83%
BEMD
USA, Notes 4.125% 15feb2036, USD (B-2036)
5.88%
USA, Bills 0% 1sep2026, USD (119D)
4.11%
USA, Bonds 4.625% 15nov2055, USD
3.72%
US912797WE35
3.66%
Brazil, 5.5% 23apr2036, EUR
2.58%
Codelco, 5.95% 8jan2034, USD
2.50%
South Africa, 7.1% 19nov2036, USD
2.19%
Romania, 6.125% 7oct2037, EUR
2.04%
Dominican Republic, 5.875% 28oct2035, USD
2.00%
Argentina, 3.5% 9jul2041, USD
1.88%
Angola, 9.875% 31mar2037, USD (8)
1.71%
Prosus, 5.873% 13jul2036, USD
1.63%
Hungary, 5.5% 26mar2036, USD
1.62%
Bahrain, 7.125% 10jun2036, USD
1.57%
Petroleos del Peru, 4.75% 19jun2032, USD
1.57%
Frequently asked questions about GAEM and BEMD
Which ETF is bigger: GAEM or BEMD?
As of October 16, 2026, GAEM holds $40.64 M in assets under management (AUM), while BEMD manages $23.01 M.
What sectors do the GAEM and BEMD ETFs invest in?
GAEM leans toward sectors like Sovereign, Energy and Utilities. Meanwhile, BEMD focuses on Sovereign, Energy and Finance.
What are the top holdings of the GAEM ETF and BEMD ETF?
GAEM top holdings include US25714WBX02, Ecuador, 9.25% 29jan2039, USD and Pemex, 10% 7feb2033, USD (3). BEMD holds in its top three: USA, Notes 4.125% 15feb2036, USD (B-2036), USA, Bills 0% 1sep2026, USD (119D) and USA, Bonds 4.625% 15nov2055, USD.
Which ETF is more diversified: GAEM or BEMD?
GAEM holds 80 securities with 37.61% of its assets in the top 15. BEMD has 89 securities and a top 15 weight of 38.67%.
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