SmartETFs Dividend Builder ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About DIVS

What does DIVS invest in?

The fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in publicly-traded equity securities in dividend-paying companies that the Adviser believes have the ability to consistently increase their dividend payments over the medium term (three to five years). Equity Securities may include common stocks, preferred stocks, securities convertible into common stocks, rights and warrants.

What is the expense ratio of DIVS?

SmartETFs Dividend Builder ETF (DIVS) charges an expense ratio of 0.98%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

What is DIVS's dividend yield?

DIVS's trailing-twelve-month yield is 2.70%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.

How big is DIVS?

SmartETFs Dividend Builder ETF (DIVS) manages $39.5M in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is DIVS actively managed or an index fund?

DIVS's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was DIVS launched?

SmartETFs Dividend Builder ETF (DIVS) launched in March 2012 and is managed by SmartETFs.