CIBC Emerging Markets Index Fund

Overview

CIBC Emerging Markets Index Fund is a Canadian open-end mutual fund that seeks to provide long-term growth through capital appreciation by investing in a representative sample of the MSCI Emerging Markets Free Index. The fund aims to replicate the performance of this index, which includes publicly traded securities in emerging market countries across Asia, Latin America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. The fund is managed by CIBC Asset Management Inc., a subsidiary of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). It offers investors low-cost, transparent exposure to over 85% of emerging markets, making it suitable as a core holding within a diversified portfolio. The fund's strategy involves a passive investment approach, aiming to replicate the index return before costs. As of October 31, 2025, the fund's net assets were approximately CAD 180.925 million. The fund's inception date was July 6, 2020, and it is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol CEM. The fund's management fee is 0.22%, with a management expense ratio (MER) of 0.28%. The fund distributes dividends annually and has a medium to high risk tolerance. Please note that investing in emerging markets involves risks, including currency fluctuations, political instability, and lower liquidity. Investors should consider their risk tolerance and investment objectives before investing in this fund.