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Virtus Emerging Markets Dividend ETF
VEM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -5.61% | +2.50% | ||||
| Flows | - | -$4M | - | - | - | - |
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 | VIRTUS Investment Partners |
| N° of holdings | 51 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
| Inception date | February 4, 2026 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of May 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 51
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +25.77% | |||
Max drawdown | -7.47% | |||
Max drawdown duration | 24d | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is VEM?
VEM is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by VIRTUS Investment Partners.
What does VEM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Emerging markets Equities. It is part of the segment: Uncategorized Equities.
What is the expense ratio of VEM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VEM is 0.49%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VEM launched?
VEM was launched on February 4, 2026, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VEM?
VEM is issued by VIRTUS Investment Partners.
What is the AUM of VEM?
As of July 16, 2026, VEM manages $6.63 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How many holdings are in VEM
As of May 31, 2026, VEM holds 51 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VEM?
As of May 31, 2026, VEM holds 51 securities, with 51.42% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VEM?
As of May 31, 2026, VEM holds a portfolio of 51 underlyings, with its largest positions including Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SK hynix, Inc. and Delta Electronics, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VEM invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, VEM has its largest geographic exposures in Republic of Korea, China and Taiwan.
What sectors or themes does VEM focus on?
As of May 31, 2026, VEM is primarily exposed to Technology, Finance and Industrials.
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