Ashmore Emerging Markets Short Duration Fund Class A (ESFAX)
| Fund Assets | 32.20M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.11% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 47.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.17 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.47% |
| Dividend Growth | -44.62% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 23, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 4.870 |
| YTD Return | 1.63% |
| 1-Year Return | 2.16% |
| 5-Year Return | -17.85% |
| 52-Week Low | 4.770 |
| 52-Week High | 5.050 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 108 |
| Inception Date | Sep 23, 2014 |
About ESFAX
Ashmore Emerging Markets Short Duration Fund Class A is a mutual fund focused on providing exposure to short-term fixed income securities issued by sovereign, quasi-sovereign, and corporate entities in emerging market countries. The fund invests primarily in debt instruments and related derivatives denominated in hard currencies, such as the U.S. dollar or currencies of G-7 nations, aiming for a weighted average portfolio duration between 1 and 3 years. This short duration approach helps manage interest rate sensitivity, making it an option for investors seeking reduced volatility compared to longer-term emerging market debt funds. The fund’s holdings span a range of sectors, with notable allocations in energy, financial, and basic materials industries, reflecting the diversity and economic breadth of emerging markets. It is benchmarked primarily against the JP Morgan CEMBI Broad Diversified 1–3 Year Index and distributes income monthly. By concentrating on hard currency bonds, the fund aims to mitigate local currency risks while retaining exposure to the growth and yield potential found in emerging economies. Ashmore Emerging Markets Short Duration Fund Class A plays a significant role for investors seeking diversification and income within the broader global fixed income landscape.
Performance
ESFAX had a total return of 2.16% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been -2.00%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FEDCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Series Emerging Markets Debt Fund | n/a |
Top 10 Holdings
59.40% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleos de Venezuela SA 8.5% | PDVSA.8.5 10.27.20 REGS | 35.22% |
| Petroleos Mexicanos 5.35% | PEMEX.5.35 02.12.28 | 5.50% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 07.10.25 | 4.83% |
| Hikma Finance USA LLC 3.25% | HIKLN.3.25 07.09.25 | 2.76% |
| OCP SA 4.5% | OCPMR.4.5 10.22.25 REGS | 2.29% |
| Delhi International Airport Ltd. 6.45% | DIALIN.6.45 06.04.29 REGS | 1.98% |
| Prosus NV 3.257% | PRXNA.3.257 01.19.27 REGS | 1.83% |
| Clean Renewable Power Mauritius Pte Ltd. 4.25% | CLRNPW.4.25 03.25.27 REGS | 1.80% |
| Embraer Netherlands Finance B.V. 6.95% | EMBRBZ.6.95 01.17.28 REGS | 1.61% |
| Suzano Austria GmbH 6% | SUZANO.6 01.15.29 | 1.58% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2025 | $0.01821 | Jul 23, 2025 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | $0.00813 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| May 23, 2025 | $0.01149 | May 23, 2025 |
| Apr 23, 2025 | $0.00932 | Apr 23, 2025 |
| Mar 21, 2025 | $0.00921 | Mar 21, 2025 |
| Feb 21, 2025 | $0.00891 | Feb 21, 2025 |