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U.S. News evaluated 77 Emerging Markets Bond Funds. Our list highlights the top-rated funds for long-term investors based on the ratings of leading fund industry researchers.
Performance
| Trailing Returns | Updated 04.30.2013 |
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| Year to date | 2.1% |
| 1 Year | N/A |
| 3 Years (Annualized) | N/A |
| 5 Years (Annualized) | N/A |
| 10 Years (Annualized) | N/A |
Summary
The investment seeks total return from current income and capital appreciation. Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in fixed income (debt) securities issued by governments, government-related entities and corporations located in emerging market countries. It may invest without limit in high yield debt securities and related investments rated below investment grade. Below investment grade securities are commonly referred to as "junk bonds." The fund intends to invest in at least three emerging market countries. It is non-diversified.
Fees
Fees are Low compared to funds in the same category.
Virtus Emerging Markets Debt Fund has an expense ratio of 1.35 percent.
Risk
Risk is N/A compared to funds in the same category according to Morningstar.
