Transamerica Emerging Markets Debt Fund Class C (EMTCX)
| Fund Assets | 255.36M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.90% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 199.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.45 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.67% |
| Dividend Growth | -14.51% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 9.70 |
| YTD Return | -0.10% |
| 1-Year Return | 10.54% |
| 5-Year Return | 11.28% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.60 |
| 52-Week High | 9.97 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 228 |
| Inception Date | Aug 31, 2011 |
About EMTCX
Transamerica Emerging Markets Debt Fund Class C is a mutual fund that invests primarily in government and corporate debt securities issued by entities in emerging market countries. The fund’s objective is to generate a high total return through a combination of capital appreciation and income. It allocates at least 80% of its net assets to debt instruments from issuers located in emerging markets, targeting regions with favorable economic and demographic trends. The fund is non-diversified, meaning it may have a higher concentration in specific issuers or countries compared to diversified funds. Share Class C is subject to a contingent deferred sales charge if redeemed within the first year. Transamerica Emerging Markets Debt Fund Class C plays a role in providing investors access to the growth potential and yield opportunities of emerging market fixed income, while also exposing them to the unique risks associated with these markets, such as currency fluctuations and political instability.
Performance
EMTCX had a total return of 10.54% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.49%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEMBX | Vanguard | Vanguard Emerging Markets Bond Fund Investor Shares | 0.55% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2025 | $0.1708 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Sep 24, 2025 | $0.0704 | Sep 25, 2025 |
| Jun 23, 2025 | $0.0908 | Jun 24, 2025 |
| Mar 21, 2025 | $0.1181 | Mar 24, 2025 |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.0189 | Jan 2, 2025 |
| Dec 23, 2024 | $0.170 | Dec 24, 2024 |