Ashmore Emerging Markets Short Duration Fund Class A (ESFAX)
| Fund Assets | 29.45M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.11% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 38.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 6.36% |
| Dividend Growth | 37.92% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 21, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 4.790 |
| YTD Return | -1.45% |
| 1-Year Return | 1.71% |
| 5-Year Return | -16.74% |
| 52-Week Low | 4.700 |
| 52-Week High | 4.950 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 124 |
| 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 1.71% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.90%.
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
60.02% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleos de Venezuela SA 8.5% | PDVSA.8.5 10.27.20 REGS | 40.63% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 03.19.26 | 4.88% |
| Delhi International Airport Ltd. 6.45% | DIALIN.6.45 06.04.29 REGS | 2.13% |
| Navoi Mining & Metallurgical Co. 6.7% | NAVOIM.6.7 10.17.28 REGS | 2.02% |
| Prosus NV 3.257% | PRXNA.3.257 01.19.27 REGS | 1.96% |
| Veon Holdings B.V. 3.375% | VEONHD.3.375 11.25.27 REGs | 1.84% |
| Clean Renewable Power Mauritius Pte Ltd. 4.25% | CLRNPW.4.25 03.25.27 REGS | 1.84% |
| Suzano Austria GmbH 6% | SUZANO.6 01.15.29 | 1.67% |
| Muangthai Capital Public Co Ltd. 6.875% | MTCTB.6.875 09.30.28 | 1.65% |
| Agrobank Akb 9.25% | AGROBK.9.25 10.02.29 REGS | 1.40% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2026 | $0.19281 | Jan 21, 2026 |
| Dec 17, 2025 | $0.01019 | Dec 17, 2025 |
| Nov 21, 2025 | $0.00798 | Nov 21, 2025 |
| Oct 22, 2025 | $0.00799 | Oct 22, 2025 |
| Sep 24, 2025 | $0.01602 | Sep 24, 2025 |
| Aug 22, 2025 | $0.01147 | Aug 22, 2025 |