iShares Dividend ETF Posts 43% Gain, Offers 4.63% Yield
iShares International Select Dividend ETF shares rose 43% over the past 12 months while delivering a 4.63% distribution yield. The fund allocates across 100 international dividend-paying stocks, including Mercedes-Benz, Rio Tinto, Vodafone, and British American Tobacco, offering sector and geographic diversification.
1. Performance Highlights
iShares International Select Dividend ETF posted a 43% share price gain over the trailing 12 months and paid a 4.63% distribution yield, marking one of the strongest returns among international dividend funds.
2. Portfolio Composition
The ETF holds 100 dividend-paying stocks across multiple sectors and regions, with top positions in Mercedes-Benz, Rio Tinto, Vodafone and British American Tobacco.
3. Investor Takeaways
By combining high yield with broad geographic diversification, the fund presents a potential option for investors seeking both income and growth in international markets.