The Schwab Fundamental Emerging Markets Equity ETF employs a fundamental-weighting RAFI strategy, outperforming the benchmark SPEM since inception. FNDE is attractively valued, trading at a ~50% discount to the S&P 500, but carries significant geopolitical risk with 57% exposure to China and Taiwan. I upgrade FNDE to Hold, citing favorable EM macro trends and recent outperformance, but withhold a Buy due to concentrated country risk.
The Schwab Fundamental Emerging Markets Equity ETF (FNDE) was launched on 08/13/2013, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Broad Emerging Market ETFs category of the market.
The Schwab Fundamental Emerging Markets Equity ETF (FNDE) made its debut on 08/13/2013, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Broad Emerging Market ETFs category of the market.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 490,430 | $15.37M | $20.94M | $5.56M | 36.19% |
| DI David Izzi Brown, LISLE/CUMMINGS Inc. | 50 | $1,172 | $2,134 | $962 | 82.08% |
Timothy M. Bidwell Hazlett, BURT & WATSON Inc. | 1,749 | $63,904.92 | $74,140.11 | $10,235.19 | 16.02% |
| BZ Brandon Zatopek Commonwealth Equity Services LLC | 160,777 | $6.38M | $6.87M | $488,771.44 | 7.66% |
| PN Peter Nicholson First Bancorp Inc. /ME/ | 1,290 | $51,187.2 | $54,663.75 | $3,476.55 | 6.79% |
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The company operates as an investment fund primarily focused on the large company size segment within emerging markets. It dedicates at least 80% of its net assets to stocks that are part of a specific index. This index is noteworthy for measuring the performance of companies based on their fundamental overall scores, utilizing the RAFI Global Equity Investable Universe, which encompasses emerging markets companies. The fund employs a strategy that integrates depositary receipts, such as American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs), and European Depositary Receipts (EDRs), representing securities of the index companies. This approach allows for broader and more flexible investment options within the sphere of emerging markets.
The core offering involves equity investments in the large company size segment within emerging markets. By focusing on companies that are fundamentally strong as per the RAFI Global Equity Investable Universe, the fund seeks to invest in entities that have a potential for sustainable growth.
This investment strategy involves allocating at least 80% of the fund's net assets to stocks that are part of a carefully selected index. This index measures the performance of companies based on fundamental overall scores. By adhering to this strategy, the fund aims to achieve a balance between risk and return, leveraging the growth potential of emerging markets.
To enhance the flexibility and reach of its investment strategy, the fund utilizes depositary receipts, including ADRs, GDRs, and EDRs. These instruments represent the securities of the companies within the index and allow for broader participation in global markets. This approach not only diversifies the investment portfolio but also mitigates potential risks associated with direct investments in foreign equities.