- Issuer
- Virtus
- Inception Date
- Nov 4, 2025
- Category
- Emerging Markets Equities
- Leveraged
- 1x (No leverage)
- Index Tracked
- No Index (Active)
- Distribution Policy
- Distributing
- Asset Class
- Equity
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Performance
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Returns By Period
Virtus Emerging Markets Dividend ETF
- 1D
- 0.33%
- 1M
- 1.08%
- 6M
- —
- YTD
- —
- 1Y
- —
- 3Y*
- —
- 5Y*
- —
- 10Y*
- —
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- 0.81%
- 1M
- 2.13%
- 6M
- 8.99%
- YTD
- 10.20%
- 1Y
- 20.44%
- 3Y*
- 19.60%
- 5Y*
- 11.54%
- 10Y*
- 13.44%
VEM Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Feb 4, 2026, VEM's average daily return is +0.10%, while the average monthly return is +1.61%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 3.6 years.
Historically, 50% of months were positive and 50% were negative. The best month was Apr 2026 with a return of +10.7%, while the worst month was Mar 2026 at -8.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 2 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 2 months.
On a daily basis, VEM closed higher 50% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 8, 2026 with a return of +5.5%, while the worst single day was Jun 5, 2026 at -6.1%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3.47% | -8.14% | 10.71% | 5.52% | -0.20% | -1.72% | 8.93% |
Benchmark Metrics
Virtus Emerging Markets Dividend ETF has an annualized alpha of -11.43%, beta of 1.73, and R2 of 0.66 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since February 04, 2026.
- This ETF participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (85.80%) than losses (79.22%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This ETF had an annualized alpha of -11.43% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering less than market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 1.73 means this ETF moves significantly more than S&P 500 Index - expect amplified gains in rallies and amplified losses in downturns.
- Alpha
- -11.43%
- Beta
- 1.73
- R²
- 0.66
- Upside Capture
- 85.80%
- Downside Capture
- 79.22%
Expense Ratio
VEM has an expense ratio of 0.49%, placing it in the medium range.
Return for Risk
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Virtus Emerging Markets Dividend ETF (VEM) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| VEM | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | — | — | |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | — | — | |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | — | 1.30 | — |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | — | 2.26 | — |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | — | 9.80 | — |
Dividends
Dividend History
Virtus Emerging Markets Dividend ETF provided a 2.02% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.54 per share.
| Period | TTM |
|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.54 |
Dividend yield | 2.02% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Virtus Emerging Markets Dividend ETF. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.54 | $0.00 | $0.54 |
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Virtus Emerging Markets Dividend ETF. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Virtus Emerging Markets Dividend ETF was 13.55%, occurring on Mar 30, 2026. Recovery took 25 trading sessions.
The current Virtus Emerging Markets Dividend ETF drawdown is 5.85%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2026 correction2026 | -13.55%Mar 2026 | 1mo 2d | 1mo 6d | 2mo 8dFeb 2026 - May 2026 |
2026 pullback2026 | -8.77%Jun 2026 | 2d | 17d | 19dJun 2026 - Jun 2026 |
2026 pullback2026 | -8.21%Jul 2026 | 9d | — | 17d 17hJun 2026 - now |
2026 pullback2026 | -5.17%May 2026 | 7d | 7d | 14dMay 2026 - May 2026 |
2026 pullback2026 | -2.18%Feb 2026 | 1d | 1d | 2dFeb 2026 - Feb 2026 |
Drawdown Indicators
| VEM | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -13.55% | -56.78% | +43.23% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | — | -9.10% | — |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | — | -18.90% | — |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | — | -25.43% | — |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -33.92% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -5.85% | -0.87% | -4.98% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -4.08% | -10.71% | +6.63% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | — | 2.09% | — |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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