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11/11/2025: DEM (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 -7.7% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/11/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.86 | 52 Weeks Range 36.78 - 45.36 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.78 - 45.36 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
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WisdomTree Emerging Markets High Dividend Fund
ETF Overview
Overview
The WisdomTree Emerging Markets High Dividend Fund (DEM) seeks to track the investment results of high-dividend yielding equity securities in the emerging markets. It focuses on dividend-paying companies and offers exposure to a broad range of emerging economies.
Reputation and Reliability
WisdomTree is a reputable ETF provider known for its dividend-focused and fundamentally weighted ETFs.
Management Expertise
WisdomTree has a dedicated team with experience in developing and managing dividend-oriented investment strategies.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of high-dividend yielding equity securities in the emerging markets.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The fund employs a dividend-weighted strategy, meaning that the weighting of each security is based on its dividend yield.
Composition The ETF holds a portfolio of dividend-paying stocks from emerging market countries.
Market Position
Market Share: The market share of DEM among emerging market dividend ETFs varies depending on the specific comparison group.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 1629000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- VYMI
- DVYE
- EEM
- IEMG
Competitive Landscape
The emerging markets dividend ETF space is competitive, with several funds offering similar exposure. DEM's dividend-weighting strategy and WisdomTree's reputation provide a competitive edge. A potential disadvantage is the fund's expense ratio relative to broader emerging market ETFs.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data varies based on the time period analyzed and market conditions. Please refer to current sources for latest numbers.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance is compared to indexes like the MSCI Emerging Markets Index to assess its dividend-focused strategy's effectiveness.
Expense Ratio: 0.58
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF's average trading volume indicates moderate liquidity, allowing for relatively easy buying and selling of shares.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, suggesting low transaction costs for investors.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth in emerging markets, dividend policies of companies, and global interest rates significantly impact the ETF's performance.
Growth Trajectory
The ETF's growth depends on the performance of emerging market equities and investor demand for dividend-focused investments. Holdings and weightings may adjust based on dividend yields.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
DEM's competitive advantage lies in its dividend-weighted methodology, which focuses on high-yielding companies. WisdomTree's expertise in dividend investing and its well-established brand also contribute. This focus can provide a potentially higher income stream compared to market-cap weighted emerging market ETFs. However, it also exposes the fund to risks associated with dividend sustainability and potential yield traps.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
The fund exhibits volatility typical of emerging market equity investments, influenced by economic and political factors.
Market Risk
Specific risks include currency fluctuations, political instability, and economic downturns in emerging market countries. Dividend cuts by underlying companies also pose a risk to income stream.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The fund is suitable for investors seeking income from emerging market equities and who are willing to accept the associated risks.
Market Risk
DEM is best suited for long-term investors looking for dividend income and diversification within their emerging market allocation.
Summary
WisdomTree Emerging Markets High Dividend Fund provides exposure to high-dividend yielding equities in emerging markets, making it suitable for income-seeking investors. The dividend-weighted strategy differentiates it from market-cap weighted ETFs, potentially offering higher income but also introducing risks. Its performance is tied to economic and political developments in emerging markets. WisdomTree's reputation and moderate expense ratio add to its appeal.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- WisdomTree.com
- ETF.com
- Morningstar.com
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investors should 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 WisdomTree Emerging Markets High Dividend Fund
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Under normal circumstances, at least 95% of the fund's total assets will be invested in constituent securities of the index and investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the economic characteristics of such constituent securities. The index is a fundamentally weighted index that is comprised of the highest dividend-yielding common stocks selected from the WisdomTree Emerging Markets Dividend Index. The fund is non-diversified.
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