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Xtrackers MSCI Emerging Markets Hedged Equity ETF (DBEM)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: DBEM (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 7.6% | Avg. Invested days 43 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.72 | 52 Weeks Range 21.45 - 27.71 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 21.45 - 27.71 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Xtrackers MSCI Emerging Markets Hedged Equity ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The Xtrackers MSCI Emerging Markets Hedged Equity ETF (DBEM) seeks investment results that correspond generally to the performance, before fees and expenses, of the MSCI Emerging Markets US Dollar Hedged Index. It provides exposure to emerging market equities while hedging against fluctuations between the U.S. dollar and the currencies of the countries included in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index.
Reputation and Reliability
DWS is a global asset manager with a strong reputation and a long track record in the ETF market.
Management Expertise
DWS has a dedicated team of portfolio managers and analysts with expertise in emerging markets and currency hedging strategies.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of the MSCI Emerging Markets US Dollar Hedged Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Tracks a specific index focused on emerging markets with a currency hedging component.
Composition Primarily holds stocks of companies located in emerging market countries, with a mechanism to hedge against currency fluctuations between the U.S. dollar and local currencies.
Market Position
Market Share: DBEMu2019s market share in the emerging markets hedged equity ETF sector is moderate.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 348400000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- WisdomTree Emerging Markets ex-State-Owned Enterprises Fund (XSOE)
- iShares Currency Hedged MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (HEEM)
- Invesco CurrencyShares Chinese Renminbi Trust (FXCH)
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape is moderately concentrated, with a few major players dominating the market. DBEM competes on its hedging strategy and expense ratio. Advantages include its well-established hedging mechanism. Disadvantages may include a higher expense ratio compared to non-hedged emerging market ETFs and potential tracking error.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies based on market conditions and currency fluctuations. Performance data should be obtained from reliable financial sources.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF aims to closely track its benchmark index, the MSCI Emerging Markets US Dollar Hedged Index. Tracking error should be monitored.
Expense Ratio: 0.59
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume of DBEM indicates moderate liquidity.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread for DBEM is generally tight, indicating relatively low transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators in emerging markets, interest rate differentials between the U.S. and emerging market countries, and geopolitical events all impact DBEM.
Growth Trajectory
Growth is tied to emerging market economic growth, currency movements, and investor appetite for hedged emerging market exposure. Strategy and holdings are updated periodically to reflect changes in the underlying index.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
DBEM's competitive edge stems from its currency hedging strategy, which aims to mitigate the impact of currency fluctuations on investment returns. This strategy is particularly attractive to investors seeking exposure to emerging markets while minimizing currency risk. Its large assets under management relative to the currency-hedged competition provides liquidity. The fund also benefits from DWS's expertise in managing emerging market investments.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility is influenced by the volatility of emerging market equities and currency fluctuations.
Market Risk
Specific risks include emerging market economic and political instability, currency risk (even with hedging), and concentration risk in certain emerging market countries or sectors.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking emerging market equity exposure with reduced currency risk, who are concerned about the impact of currency fluctuations on their returns.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with emerging market equities and wanting to mitigate currency risk.
Summary
DBEM offers exposure to emerging market equities while hedging against currency fluctuations, making it attractive to investors seeking to reduce currency risk. It tracks the MSCI Emerging Markets US Dollar Hedged Index and is managed by DWS, a reputable asset manager. Its performance depends on emerging market economic conditions, currency movements, and the effectiveness of its hedging strategy. DBEM is suitable for long-term investors looking to diversify their portfolios with emerging market equities and minimize currency risk.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- DWS
- MSCI
- Yahoo Finance
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Xtrackers MSCI Emerging Markets Hedged Equity ETF
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The fund, using a passive or indexing investment approach, seeks investment results that correspond generally to the performance, before fees and expenses, of the underlying index, which is designed to track emerging market performance while mitigating exposure to fluctuations between the value of the U.S. dollar and the currencies of the countries included in the underlying index. It will invest at least 80% of its total assets in component securities of the underlying index. It is non-diversified.
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