Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (EMD) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (EMD) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It pays a current dividend yield of 10.67% ($1.14 per share annually (TTM)). The most recent ex-dividend date was August 24, 2026, with payment scheduled for August 31, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 63.8%; the market capitalization is approximately $574M.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (EMD)

What is Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc.'s dividend yield?
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (EMD) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 10.67%, which works out to $1.14 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was August 24, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is August 31, 2026.
How many years has Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. increased its dividend?
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (EMD) has increased its dividend for 2 consecutive years.
Is Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (EMD) currently has 2 years of consecutive increases.
What sector is Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. in?
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (EMD) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically the Asset Management industry.
What is Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc.'s dividend payout ratio?
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. (EMD)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 63.8%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.