
The Fidelity International High Dividend ETF strives to provide investors with enhanced dividend income. It primarily invests in non-U.S. equities, employing a strategy of targeted allocations to specific sectors. These sector weightings are managed under predefined constraints, leveraging the historical tendency of such international holdings to deliver superior yields.
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The Fidelity International High Dividend ETF (NYSEARCA:FIDI) is Fidelity's answer for U.S.

International exposure continues to pique investor interest as market volatility ensues. That said, the Fidelity International High Dividend ETF (FIDI) is designed to provide investors with a strategic core for international equities — specifically, dividend-paying companies in developed markets.

The Fidelity International High Dividend ETF (NYSEARCA:FIDI) has quietly become one of the better performers in international income, returning 29% over the past year and 9% year to date through May 7.

Fidelity International High Dividend ETF (FIDI) is rated 'Buy' for its cost efficiency, consistent dividend growth, and sector/geographic diversification. FIDI offers a 4.14% TTM yield, 4.54% 30-day SEC yield, and leads peers with five consecutive years of dividend growth. While FIDI's total returns are middle-of-the-pack, its valuation metrics and dividend consistency make it compelling for income-focused international diversification.

You wouldn't expect a fund stuffed with European utilities, tobacco companies, and Canadian fertilizer to keep pace with the Nasdaq-100 in 2026, but here we are.