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Avantis Emerging Markets Equity ETF
AVEM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 26, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -7.62% | -1.95% | +14.58% | +15.22% | +87.34% | +53.45% |
| Flows | +$513M | +$2.13B | +$8.79B | +$10.57B | +$17.57B | +$20.79B |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | American Century Investments |
| N° of holdings | 3978 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 17, 2019 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 3,978
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +19.43% | +21.90% | +17.53% | +17.43% |
Max drawdown | -9.88% | -14.15% | -17.41% | -30.23% |
Max drawdown duration | 21d | 126d | 232d | 853d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 45d | 569d |
What type of ETF is AVEM?
AVEM is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by American Century Investments.
What does AVEM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Emerging markets Equities. It is part of the segment: EM Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of AVEM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of AVEM is 0.33%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was AVEM launched?
AVEM was launched on September 17, 2019, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of AVEM?
AVEM is issued by American Century Investments.
What is the AUM of AVEM?
As of October 26, 2026, AVEM manages $26.78 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has AVEM performed recently?
As of October 26, 2026, AVEM delivered a return of -7.62% over the past month (1M performance), -1.95% over the past three months (3M), and 14.58% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for AVEM?
As of October 26, 2026, AVEM has seen net flows of +$513M in the past month (1M flow) and +$8.79B year-to-date (YTD).
Does AVEM pay dividends?
As of October 26, 2026, AVEM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.76%.
How many holdings are in AVEM
As of August 31, 2026, AVEM holds 3978 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is AVEM?
As of August 31, 2026, AVEM holds 3978 securities, with 31.02% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of AVEM?
As of August 31, 2026, AVEM holds a portfolio of 3978 underlyings, with its largest positions including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. and SK hynix, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does AVEM invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, AVEM has its largest geographic exposures in Taiwan, Republic of Korea and China.
What sectors or themes does AVEM focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, AVEM is primarily exposed to Technology, Finance and Non-Energy Materials.
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