PGIM Emerging Markets Debt Local Currency Fund-Class Z (EMDZX)
| Fund Assets | 41.12M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.72% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 47.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.30 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.84% |
| Dividend Growth | 13.18% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 5.15 |
| YTD Return | 3.33% |
| 1-Year Return | 19.66% |
| 5-Year Return | 11.26% |
| 52-Week Low | 4.25 |
| 52-Week High | 5.15 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.28 |
| Holdings | 674 |
| Inception Date | Mar 30, 2011 |
About EMDZX
PGIM Emerging Markets Debt Local Currency Fund is a mutual fund targeting total return by investing primarily in fixed-income securities denominated in the local currencies of emerging market countries. The fund normally allocates at least 80% of its investable assets to bonds and currencies across a diversified set of developing economies, providing investors with a gateway to participate in both the income potential and the currency appreciation opportunities present in these dynamic markets. By focusing on local currency debt, the fund offers exposure to the unique macroeconomic and interest rate dynamics of emerging markets—regions such as Latin America, Asia, and Central and Eastern Europe—that are often underrepresented in traditional global bond portfolios. This approach allows the fund to play a constructive role in diversified portfolios by enhancing yield potential and providing diversification benefits relative to developed market fixed-income assets. The fund’s strategy is designed to capture the growth and resilience of emerging market economies while navigating their associated risks, making it a notable option for investors seeking exposure beyond conventional investment-grade sovereign and corporate bonds.
Performance
EMDZX had a total return of 19.66% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.62%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FSEDX | Fidelity | Fidelity Series Em Mk Dbt Lcl Ccy | n/a |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.0267 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.02703 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02586 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.02709 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02656 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.0267 | Aug 29, 2025 |