Virtus KAR Emerging Markets Small-Cap Fund A (VAESX) Investment Research Dashboard
About Virtus KAR Emerging Markets Small-Cap Fund A (VAESX) stock analysis
Get live VAESX stock price $16.55, comprehensive Virtus KAR Emerging Markets Small-Cap Fund A stock analysis, charts, news, sentiment, sector analysis, and expert forecast. Real-time VAESX stock data and investment insights.
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Investment Score
A systematic tri-factor framework (valuation, quality, momentum) using trailing twelve-month fundamentals and current price momentum—aligned with the full investment score dashboard.
Score unavailable for this asset.
0-39
Defensive posture
40-54
Mixed / wait for confirmation
55-69
Constructive setup
70-100
Attractive zone
Total Score
Value
Cheapness vs fundamentals and cash generation
Quality
Durability of profitability and balance sheet
Momentum
Price trend strength and persistence
Company Overview
Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in equity or equity-linked securities of small capitalization companies located in emerging markets countries. The fund's subadviser considers small-capitalization companies to b...
Company Information
- CEO
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Asset Management
- Employees
- N/A
Contact Information
- Address
- 100 Vanguard Blvd
- Country
- US
Investment Analysis & Business Insights
Investment Highlights
✓ Strong presence in the Financial Services sector with established market position
✓ Listed on major US exchange (NASDAQ) providing liquidity and transparency
✓ Lower volatility stock (Beta: 0.73) may provide portfolio stability
Important Investment Considerations
- ⚠All investments carry risk, including potential loss of principal for Virtus KAR Emerging Markets Small-Cap Fund A shareholders
- ⚠Market volatility can significantly impact stock price, especially for smaller companies
- ⚠Sector-specific risks in Financial Services may affect company performance
- ⚠Past performance does not guarantee future results for Virtus KAR Emerging Markets Small-Cap Fund A
- ⚠Investors should consider how Virtus KAR Emerging Markets Small-Cap Fund A fits within their overall portfolio allocation
Market Cap
318.88M
Beta
0.73
Data Sources & Methodology
Financial data on this page is sourced from verified SEC EDGAR filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K reports), real-time market data providers, and official company disclosures. All analysis is generated using AI models trained exclusively on reliable financial documents. For detailed information about our data sources and methodology, see our Methodology page.Not investment advice.
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About Financial Services Sector
The Financial Services sector includes companies that provide banking, insurance, investment, and other financial services to consumers and businesses.
Financial Services (1D)
98/100 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Overall
- +2.2%
- NYSE
- +2.6%
- NASDAQ
- +1.8%
| Sector | 1D | 1W | 1M | P/E | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | +2.2% | +3.1% | +4.3% | 19.3 | 98/100⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Healthcare | +0.7% | +1.3% | +1.6% | 24.1 | 78/100⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Communication Services | +1.4% | -0.7% | +2.9% | 22.2 | 74/100⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Consumer Defensive | -0.2% | +1.8% | +0.7% | 29.7 | 64/100⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Basic Materials | +0.4% | +1.2% | -0.2% | 25.2 | 61/100⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Real Estate | -0.5% | +0.0% | -2.5% | 29.2 | 43/100⭐⭐⭐ |
| Energy | -2.1% | -3.7% | -4.1% | 19.1 | 39/100⭐⭐ |
| Utilities | -1.0% | +0.0% | -4.4% | 26.8 | 37/100⭐⭐ |
| Industrials | +0.6% | +0.4% | -9.9% | 30.1 | 23/100⭐ |
| Consumer Cyclical | +0.5% | -1.5% | -5.8% | 43.0 | 18/100⭐ |
| Technology | +0.6% | -1.6% | -7.2% | 40.7 | 15/100⭐ |
Sector returns combine NYSE and NASDAQ averages. P/E is the latest blended sector multiple. Sector score ranks each sector vs peers using percentile ranks (not fixed thresholds): 48% 1M + 24% 1W + 8% 1D + 20% P/E (lower P/E ranks higher). Data as of 2026-07-28.