DEDIX vs. FEMDX
Compare and contrast key facts about Delaware Emerging Markets Debt Corporate Fund (DEDIX) and Franklin Emerging Market Debt Opportunities Fund (FEMDX).
DEDIX is managed by Delaware Funds. It was launched on Sep 29, 2013. FEMDX is managed by Franklin Templeton. It was launched on May 23, 2006.
Performance
DEDIX vs. FEMDX - Performance Comparison
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DEDIX vs. FEMDX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DEDIX Delaware Emerging Markets Debt Corporate Fund | -1.29% | 9.51% | 7.90% | 8.72% | -10.60% | 0.56% | 6.81% | 15.91% | -4.69% | 12.40% |
FEMDX Franklin Emerging Market Debt Opportunities Fund | 0.40% | 15.69% | 11.83% | 15.47% | -8.87% | 1.58% | 3.93% | 9.92% | -1.19% | 11.68% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, DEDIX achieves a -1.29% return, which is significantly lower than FEMDX's 0.40% return. Over the past 10 years, DEDIX has underperformed FEMDX with an annualized return of 4.86%, while FEMDX has yielded a comparatively higher 6.68% annualized return.
DEDIX
- 1D
- 0.00%
- 1M
- -2.34%
- YTD
- -1.29%
- 6M
- 0.09%
- 1Y
- 5.85%
- 3Y*
- 7.65%
- 5Y*
- 2.93%
- 10Y*
- 4.86%
FEMDX
- 1D
- -0.40%
- 1M
- -3.31%
- YTD
- 0.40%
- 6M
- 4.94%
- 1Y
- 13.78%
- 3Y*
- 13.65%
- 5Y*
- 7.15%
- 10Y*
- 6.68%
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DEDIX vs. FEMDX - Expense Ratio Comparison
DEDIX has a 0.79% expense ratio, which is lower than FEMDX's 1.00% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
DEDIX vs. FEMDX — Risk / Return Rank
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DEDIX vs. FEMDX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Delaware Emerging Markets Debt Corporate Fund (DEDIX) and Franklin Emerging Market Debt Opportunities Fund (FEMDX). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.
| DEDIX | FEMDX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.15 | 2.74 | -0.59 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.77 | 3.63 | -0.85 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.56 | 1.61 | -0.05 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.95 | 2.83 | -0.88 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.08 | 12.66 | -4.59 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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Sharpe Ratios by Period
| DEDIX | FEMDX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.15 | 2.74 | -0.59 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.89 | 1.12 | -0.24 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 1.20 | 1.14 | +0.06 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 1.11 | 0.96 | +0.15 |
Correlation
The correlation between DEDIX and FEMDX is 0.65, which is considered to be moderate. This suggests that the two assets have some degree of positive relationship in their price movements. Moderate correlation can be acceptable for portfolio diversification, offering a balance between risk and potential returns.
Dividends
DEDIX vs. FEMDX - Dividend Comparison
DEDIX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 5.78%, less than FEMDX's 6.46% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DEDIX Delaware Emerging Markets Debt Corporate Fund | 5.78% | 5.76% | 6.69% | 5.40% | 4.96% | 4.42% | 4.38% | 4.31% | 5.59% | 6.04% | 4.02% | 3.54% |
FEMDX Franklin Emerging Market Debt Opportunities Fund | 6.46% | 6.49% | 4.65% | 3.12% | 9.31% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 7.29% | 8.06% | 4.29% | 0.69% | 6.04% |
Drawdowns
DEDIX vs. FEMDX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum DEDIX drawdown since its inception was -20.06%, smaller than the maximum FEMDX drawdown of -36.14%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for DEDIX and FEMDX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| DEDIX | FEMDX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -20.06% | -36.14% | +16.08% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -3.00% | -4.34% | +1.34% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -20.06% | -19.93% | -0.13% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -20.06% | -19.93% | -0.13% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -2.46% | -3.54% | +1.08% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -3.44% | -4.79% | +1.35% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 0.72% | 1.04% | -0.32% |
Volatility
DEDIX vs. FEMDX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Delaware Emerging Markets Debt Corporate Fund (DEDIX) is 0.77%, while Franklin Emerging Market Debt Opportunities Fund (FEMDX) has a volatility of 2.05%. This indicates that DEDIX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than FEMDX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| DEDIX | FEMDX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 0.77% | 2.05% | -1.28% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 1.36% | 3.05% | -1.69% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.74% | 4.88% | -2.14% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 3.33% | 6.39% | -3.06% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 4.06% | 5.89% | -1.83% |