EEMD vs. TDEC

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

EEMD (AAM S&P Emerging Markets High Dividend Value ETF) and TDEC (FT Vest Emerging Markets Buffer ETF - December) are both exchange-traded funds - EEMD is a Emerging Markets Equities fund tracking the S&P Emerging Markets Dividend and Free Cash Flow Yield, while TDEC is a Defined Outcome fund tracking the MSCI Emerging Markets. Both are passively managed. EEMD charges 0.50%/yr vs 0.95%/yr for TDEC.

Performance

EEMD vs. TDEC - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in AAM S&P Emerging Markets High Dividend Value ETF (EEMD) and FT Vest Emerging Markets Buffer ETF - December (TDEC). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

EEMD

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

TDEC

• 1D: -0.33%
• 1M: 1.54%
• YTD: 9.14%
• 6M: 11.08%
• 1Y: 24.15%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

EEMD vs. TDEC - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
EEMD AAM S&P Emerging Markets High Dividend Value ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
TDEC FT Vest Emerging Markets Buffer ETF - December	9.14%	21.39%	-0.70%

Return for Risk

EEMD vs. TDEC — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

TDEC

TDEC Risk / Return Rank: 74
TDEC Sharpe Ratio Rank: 74
TDEC Sortino Ratio Rank: 75
TDEC Omega Ratio Rank: 87
TDEC Calmar Ratio Rank: 61
TDEC Martin Ratio Rank: 71

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

EEMD vs. TDEC - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for AAM S&P Emerging Markets High Dividend Value ETF (EEMD) and FT Vest Emerging Markets Buffer ETF - December (TDEC). 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.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	EEMD	TDEC	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	2.41	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	1.81	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	EEMD	TDEC	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-10.30%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-8.16%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-0.33%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-1.04%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	1.85%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	EEMD	TDEC	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	2.81%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	9.02%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	10.09%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	11.75%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	11.75%	—

EEMD vs. TDEC - Expense Ratio Comparison

EEMD has a 0.50% expense ratio, which is lower than TDEC's 0.95% expense ratio.

Dividends

EEMD vs. TDEC - Dividend Comparison

Neither EEMD nor TDEC has paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
EEMD AAM S&P Emerging Markets High Dividend Value ETF	0.00%	0.00%	4.03%	8.41%	7.66%	6.34%	3.84%	5.35%	4.91%	0.42%
TDEC FT Vest Emerging Markets Buffer ETF - December	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, EEMD or TDEC?

On fees, EEMD is cheaper at 0.50% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, EEMD or TDEC?

EEMD is cheaper with a 0.50% expense ratio, compared with 0.95% for TDEC.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, EEMD or TDEC?

EEMD and TDEC have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between EEMD and TDEC?

EEMD is categorized as Emerging Markets Equities, while TDEC is Defined Outcome. EEMD tracks S&P Emerging Markets Dividend and Free Cash Flow Yield, while TDEC tracks MSCI Emerging Markets. They also come from different issuers: Advisors Asset Management and FT Vest. Their fees differ too: 0.50% for EEMD and 0.95% for TDEC.