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Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund(NYSE) EMD

Market Cap$560.38MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2003)+299%
5 Year+19%
1 Year+5%
1 Month-7%
$9.62
+1.75%
+0.16Today
After hours$9.65+$0.03 (+0.36%)
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 9.642026-09-25
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-2.68%USD 9.912026-09-18
1 month-7.22%USD 10.392026-08-26
3 month-7.56%USD 10.432026-06-26
Year to date-1.66%USD 9.802025-12-31
1 year+5.18%USD 9.172025-09-25
3 year+59.47%USD 6.052023-09-26
5 year+19.49%USD 8.072021-09-24
Since inception+298.58%USD 2.422003-12-02

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$560.38MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$137.32M

Net Income (TTM)

$172.28M

EPS (TTM)

$1.58

P/E Ratio

6.09

Dividend

$1.14

Beta (Volatility)

0.47 (Low)

Price

$9.62

Volume

210,423

Open

$9.52

Previous Close

$9.64

Daily Range

$9.45 - $9.65

52-Week Range

$9.43 - $11.30

Estimated Earnings Date

Feb 25, 2026

EMD News

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About Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. is an open-end mutual fund focused on fixed-income investments in emerging markets. Managed by Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC, the fund aims to invest in debt instruments from various emerging market countries, utilizing a comprehensive analysis approach.

Products and Services
  • Invests in government and corporate debt securities
  • Focuses on fixed-income securities from emerging markets
  • Utilizes fundamental analysis and top-down selection methodology
Growth Outlook
  • Recent revenue of $25.4 million in Q2 2026 indicates strong performance
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) net income of $27.7 million reflects solid profitability
  • Dividend yield of 11.37% showcases attractive returns for investors
Financial Highlights
  • Q2 2026 net income of $27.7 million, up from $18.1 million in Q2 2025
  • TTM revenue of $25.4 million, demonstrating consistent growth
  • Operating income margin of 1.31% highlights operational efficiency
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Inc. operates with a clear focus on fixed-income investments, particularly in emerging markets. The fund's strategy involves a thorough analysis of various economic factors, including currency movements and inflation trends, to optimize investment decisions. The recent financial performance indicates a robust growth trajectory, with significant revenue and net income figures. The attractive dividend yield further enhances the appeal for potential investors seeking income-generating opportunities. Overall, the fund's commitment to emerging market debt positions it as a noteworthy option for those interested in diversifying their investment portfolios.
AI Generated • Sep 24, 2026

Industry

Capital Markets

CEO

Jane Elizabeth Trust, CFA

Headquarters

New York City, NY 10010, US

EMD Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

86.44%

Operating Margin

173.99%

Net Income Margin

154.66%

Return on Equity

14.15%

Return on Capital

12.61%

Return on Assets

10.36%

Earnings Yield

16.42%

Dividend Yield

11.83%

Payout Ratio

77.97%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$560.38MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

58.13M

Volume

210.42K

Avg. Volume

185.75K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$97.57M

Operating Income

$182.63M

EBITDA

$182.20M

Operating Cash Flow

$49.71M

Capital Expenditure

-$4.00

Free Cash Flow

$49.71M

Cash & ST Invst.

$23.58M

Total Debt

$234.80M

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund Performance Analysis

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD -4,754,744N/A
20232023-12-31USD 14,137,940N/A
20242024-12-31USD 41,737,771195.2%
20252025-12-31USD 61,211,18446.7%
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-3175.3%
Q22025-06-30-24.7%
Q42025-12-312.1%
Q22026-06-30-25.6%
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD -2.48318.8%
20232023-12-31USD 1.22N/A
20242024-12-31USD 1.06-13.3%
20252025-12-31USD 1.7464.3%
Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31141.9%
Q22025-06-30-16.0%
Q42025-12-3176.2%
Q22026-06-30-56.8%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$25.41M

+0.4%

Gross Profit

$21.33M

-0.8%

Gross Margin

83.93%

N/A

Market Cap

$560.38MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

N/A

N/A

Employees

N/A

N/A

Net Income

$27.73M

+53.0%

EBITDA

$32.91M

+27.5%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$23.58M

+301574.9%

Total Debt

$234.80M

+2.1%

Accounts Receivable

$20.12M

-10.8%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$215.00M

-6.5%

Short Term Debt

$19.80M

-91.4%

Return on Assets

10.36%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

11.92%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$14.00M

-17.9%

Operating Cash Flow

$14.00M

-17.9%

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Questions About EMD

What is the current price of Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund?

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund is trading at $9.64 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund?

Over the past 52 weeks, Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund has traded between $9.43 and $11.30.

How much debt does Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund reported total debt of $238.78M.

How much cash does Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund have on hand?

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund reported $932.40K in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund’s dividend yield?

Western Asset Emerging Markets Debt Fund currently has a dividend yield of 11.83%.

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