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AllGen Financial Advisors Inc. increased its stake in Franklin International Core Dividend Tilt Index ETF (NYSEARCA:DIVI) by 6.4% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 389,481 shares of the company's stock after buying
At the recent Exchange conference, there was much chatter among advisors concerning the growing role of international dividends. Todd Mathias, Head of U.S. ETF Product Strategy & Development at Franklin Templeton, sat down with VettaFi to discuss the shift toward international dividend strategies.
For nearly two decades, the playbook for U.S. investors was simple: Buy domestic tech and enjoy the ride. However, the conversation has shifted toward a long-overdue resurgence of international investing.
The Franklin International Core Dividend Tilt Index ETF offers above-average yield in developed markets ex-North America, with a 0.09% expense ratio. DIVI's August 2022 strategy overhaul renders prior data obsolete; the current track record remains short and unconvincing for long-term assessment. While well-diversified and low-cost, DIVI has underperformed comparable Foreign Large Value ETFs in both total return and risk-adjusted metrics since the strategy change.
Shares of Franklin International Core Dividend Tilt Index ETF (NYSEARCA:DIVI - Get Free Report) hit a new 52-week high during trading on Friday. The company traded as high as $39.42 and last traded at $39.3360, with a volume of 9198 shares traded. The stock had previously closed at $38.89. Franklin International Core Dividend Tilt
Baron Wealth Management LLC lifted its position in shares of Franklin International Core Dividend Tilt Index ETF (NYSEARCA:DIVI) by 4.2% during the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 707,015 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 28,311
Franklin International Core Dividend Tilt Index ETF is rated a buy for its superior risk-adjusted returns vs. the market benchmark VEA. DIVI's strategy focuses on dividend quality, delivering lower drawdowns and volatility without sacrificing total returns, outperforming VEA on several time horizons. The ETF offers a low expense ratio (0.09%) and strong downside protection, though liquidity remains a concern due to lower trading volume and higher bid/ask spreads.
DIVI stands out among international dividend ETFs due to its methodology emphasizing value, earnings stability, and profitability, not just high yield. The ETF's optimization process allows for growth exposure while maintaining a focus on stable dividends, avoiding typical value traps and sector concentration. DIVI's portfolio is highly diversified by stock and sector, with low concentration risk and a strong track record of superior risk-adjusted returns versus peers.