EGPT vs. EMDM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

EGPT (VanEck Vectors Egypt Index ETF) and EMDM (First Trust Bloomberg Emerging Market Democracies ETF) are both Emerging Markets Equities funds - EGPT tracks the MVIS Egypt Index while EMDM tracks the Bloomberg Emerging Market Democracies Index - Benchmark TR Net. Both are passively managed. Their 0.07 correlation means their historical movements had little consistent relationship. EGPT charges 0.98%/yr vs 0.75%/yr for EMDM.

Performance

EGPT vs. EMDM - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in VanEck Vectors Egypt Index ETF (EGPT) and First Trust Bloomberg Emerging Market Democracies ETF (EMDM). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

EGPT

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

EMDM

• 1D: 0.46%
• 1M: -3.52%
• 6M: 13.18%
• YTD: 27.86%
• 1Y: 66.00%
• 3Y*: 26.67%
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 26.46%

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

Liquidity Comparison

Position	Avg. Volume Value (2W)	Avg. Volume Value (1M)	Avg. Volume Value (3M)
EMDM First Trust Bloomberg Emerging Market Democracies ETF	$660.85K	$757.43K	$571.79K

EGPT vs. EMDM - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023
EGPT VanEck Vectors Egypt Index ETF	0.00%	0.00%	-11.22%	41.57%
EMDM First Trust Bloomberg Emerging Market Democracies ETF	27.86%	59.68%	-4.93%	14.75%

Correlation

The correlation between EGPT and EMDM is 0.07, meaning there was essentially no consistent relationship between their historical price movements. Each responded to its own set of market drivers.

	Correlation
Correlation (3Y) Balances recent behavior with more history.	0.03
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Mar 3, 2023	0.07

EGPT vs. EMDM - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	EGPT	EMDM
Real Estate	30.5%	-
Basic Materials	23.4%	12.7%
Financial Services	10.5%	25.6%
Consumer Defensive	10.0%	3.1%
Technology	8.0%	39.9%
Industrials	6.9%	2.6%
Communication Services	4.2%	4.0%
Consumer Cyclical	3.5%	5.3%
Healthcare	2.0%	0.5%
Energy	1.1%	4.8%
Utilities	-	1.5%

Return for Risk

EGPT vs. EMDM — Risk / Return Rank

Compare historical risk-adjusted metric ranks over the past 12 months.

EGPT

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

EMDM

EMDM Risk / Return Rank: 90
EMDM Sharpe Ratio Rank: 92
EMDM Sortino Ratio Rank: 87
EMDM Omega Ratio Rank: 89
EMDM Calmar Ratio Rank: 92
EMDM Martin Ratio Rank: 89

The rank (0–100) uses a weighted average of the Sharpe, Sortino, Omega, Calmar, and Martin percentile ranks for the trailing 12 months. Higher means stronger historical risk-adjusted performance within the peer group.

EGPT vs. EMDM - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for VanEck Vectors Egypt Index ETF (EGPT) and First Trust Bloomberg Emerging Market Democracies ETF (EMDM). 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.

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.

	EGPT	EMDM	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	—	2.38	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	—	2.91	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	—	1.41	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	—	4.23	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	—	13.54	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	EGPT	EMDM	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-18.81%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-15.65%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-18.81%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-10.88%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-4.20%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	4.88%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	EGPT	EMDM	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	9.95%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	25.55%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	27.87%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	21.16%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	21.16%	—

EGPT vs. EMDM - Expense Ratio Comparison

EGPT has a 0.98% expense ratio, which is higher than EMDM's 0.75% expense ratio.

Dividends

EGPT vs. EMDM - Dividend Comparison

EGPT has not paid dividends to shareholders, while EMDM's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 2.96%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
EGPT VanEck Vectors Egypt Index ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.15%	6.02%	1.32%	2.45%	2.50%	2.09%	1.72%	0.77%	1.60%	1.59%
EMDM First Trust Bloomberg Emerging Market Democracies ETF	2.96%	3.57%	5.87%	2.16%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both EGPT and EMDM in my portfolio?

EGPT and EMDM have a correlation of 0.07, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which ETF is better, EGPT or EMDM?

On fees, EMDM is cheaper at 0.75% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, EGPT or EMDM?

EMDM is cheaper with a 0.75% expense ratio, compared with 0.98% for EGPT.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, EGPT or EMDM?

EMDM has the higher dividend yield at 2.96%, compared with 0.00% for EGPT.

What is the main difference between EGPT and EMDM?

EGPT tracks MVIS Egypt Index, while EMDM tracks Bloomberg Emerging Market Democracies Index - Benchmark TR Net. They also come from different issuers: VanEck and First Trust. Their fees differ too: 0.98% for EGPT and 0.75% for EMDM.