VanEck EBND ETF (ASX:EBND)

VanEck Emerging Income Opportunities Active ETF (Managed Fund)

About the EBND ETF

VanEck Emerging Income Opportunities Active ETF EBND aims to provide investors with a globally diversified portfolio of bonds and currencies in emerging markets. The fund aims to provide total investment returns, measured over the medium to long term in excess of the benchmark.

EBND ETF Performance Review

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Data Current To: 31/12/2023

Our review of EBND ETF

Emerging market high yield fund with over 70% invested in entities related to government activity as at 31 December 2023. Largest country exposure is Mexico at 7.7%, followed by Brazil and Malaysia with 5.6% and 5.5% respectively as at 31 December 2023.

What we like about the EBND ETF

Well diversified global portfolio

High yield fund with high running yield and yield to maturity

Fund lists all its holdings and individual credit ratings

Long dated, predominately government portfolio

Takes interest rate risk

Things to be aware of about the EBND ETF

Sub investment grade portfolio that should show greater volatility

Relatively high management fee of 0.95% as at 9 February 2024

EBND ETF Investment Strategy

VanEck Emerging Income Opportunities Active ETF EBND aims to provide investors with a globally diversified portfolio of bonds and currencies in emerging markets.

EBND ETF Share Price

What does the EBND ETF Invest In?

EBND is a Multi Sector ETF.

VanEck Emerging Income Opportunities Active ETF EBND aims to provide investors with a globally diversified portfolio of bonds and currencies in emerging markets. Largest three emerging market economy investments include Mexico 9.8% weighting, Brazil 7.6% and Colombia 5.3% as at 31 January 2024.

EBND ETF Credit Quality

The average credit quality of the EBND ETF is BB+.

EBND Frequently Asked Questions

What index does the EBND ETF aim to replicate?

The EBND ETF aims to replicate the 50% J.P. Morgan Emerging Market Bond Index Global Diversified Hedged AUD and 50% J.P. Morgan Government Bond-Emerging Market Index Global Diversified.

How often does EBND ETF pay distributions?

The distribution frequency of EBND is Monthly.

When did the EBND ETF start?

The inception date of the EBND ETF was 11/02/2020.

What are the net assets of the EBND ETF?

EBND has net assets of $144.1m (AUD) as of 31/12/2023.

What are the number of holdings in the EBND ETF?

Total number of holdings in EBND is 106 as of 31/12/2023.

What are the management fees for the EBND ETF?

The annual management fees for the EBND ETF are 0.95% p.a. Learn more about ETF fees in this article.

How can I invest in the EBND ETF?

EBND is an Exchange Traded Fund, and units may be bought or sold on the ASX like shares. Learn how to buy and sell ETFs in this article.

Does the EBND ETF have a minimum investment amount?

No, there is no minimum to invest in the VanEck EBND ETF. Exchange Traded Funds in general do not have a minimum investment amount required by the issuer. However, if you choose to invest through a broker, they may choose to set their own minimum investment amount.

Are there any performance fees associated with the EBND ETF?

No, EBND has no performance fee. This is one of the advantages of Exchange Traded Funds, as they are traded like shares, you’ll generally only pay a commission to buy or sell units and an ongoing management fee.

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About The Issuer Of The EBND ETF: VanEck

Founded in 1955, VanEck was among the first asset managers helping investors achieve greater diversification through global investing.