VanEck Emerging Markets Fund

Frequently Asked Questions About GBFAX

What does GBFAX invest in?

Under typical circumstances, the VanEck Emerging Markets Fund (GBFAX) commits a minimum of 80% of its total net assets to companies that demonstrate a strong connection to developing nations. This connection is defined by businesses either being headquartered in, having at least half of their assets located within, or generating a minimum of 50% of their income from these emerging market economies. The fund's adviser possesses significant latitude in designating which countries qualify as emerging markets for investment consideration.

What is the expense ratio of GBFAX?

VanEck Emerging Markets Fund (GBFAX) charges an expense ratio of 1.61%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is GBFAX?

VanEck Emerging Markets Fund (GBFAX) manages $378.4M in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is GBFAX actively managed or an index fund?

GBFAX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was GBFAX launched?

VanEck Emerging Markets Fund (GBFAX) launched in December 1993 and is managed by VanEck.

How has GBFAX performed?

GBFAX's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.