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VanEck J.P. Morgan EM Local Currency Bond ETF
EMLC performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of August 5, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.75% | +2.51% | +2.72% | +8.77% | +21.74% | +9.23% |
| Flows | -$100M | -$100M | +$631M | +$1.10B | +$1.33B | +$1.77B |
Characteristics
The VanEck J.P. Morgan EM Local Currency Bond ETF is built to track the JP Morgan Government Bond Emerging Markets Global Core Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | VanEck |
| N° of holdings | 495 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Fixed Income |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | July 22, 2010 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 495
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +6.52% | +6.40% | +6.41% | +7.13% |
Max drawdown | -2.36% | -5.78% | -7.84% | -24.53% |
Max drawdown duration | 36d | 161d | 214d | 1399d |
Time to recover | 25d | N/A | 109d | 981d |
Replication quality
Data as of July 31, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is EMLC?
EMLC is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by VanEck.
What index does EMLC track?
EMLC tracks the JP Morgan Government Bond Emerging Markets Global Core Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does EMLC invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Emerging markets Mixed Ratings Government Bonds. It is part of the segment: EM Government Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of EMLC?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EMLC is 0.31%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EMLC launched?
EMLC was launched on July 22, 2010, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EMLC?
EMLC is issued by VanEck.
What is the AUM of EMLC?
As of August 5, 2026, EMLC manages $4.77 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EMLC performed recently?
As of August 5, 2026, EMLC delivered a return of 0.75% over the past month (1M performance), 2.51% over the past three months (3M), and 2.72% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for EMLC?
As of August 5, 2026, EMLC has seen net flows of -$100M in the past month (1M flow) and +$631M year-to-date (YTD).
Does EMLC pay dividends?
As of August 5, 2026, EMLC has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 6.21%.
How many holdings are in EMLC
As of June 30, 2026, EMLC holds 495 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is EMLC?
As of June 30, 2026, EMLC holds 495 securities, with 10.42% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EMLC?
As of June 30, 2026, EMLC holds a portfolio of 495 underlyings, with its largest positions including Brazil, NTN-F 10% 1jan2031, BRL (NTN-F), South Africa, Bonds 8.75% 28feb2048, ZAR (R2048) and Mexico, Bonos 7.75% 29may2031, MXN (M). These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does EMLC invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, EMLC has its largest geographic exposures in India and Malaysia.
What sectors or themes does EMLC focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, EMLC is primarily exposed to Sovereign.
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