# Aptus International Enhanced Yield ETF (IDUB): ETF Facts & Distributions

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- Issuer: Aptus · Asset class: Equity
- Strategy: Actively Managed · Inception: 2021-07-22

The Aptus International Enhanced Yield ETF (IDUB) is an actively managed fund that employs a distinctive, dual investment approach. Its core strategy integrates exposure to global equities with equity-linked notes (ELNs). Primarily, the fund allocates its assets to an "Equity Strategy" by investing in a selection of other exchange-traded funds. These underlying ETFs, in turn, hold shares of companies located outside the United States, covering both established (developed) and rapidly growing (emerging) international markets. The remaining portion of its portfolio is dedicated to an "ELN Str...

## Key Facts

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $26.82 |
| Expense Ratio | 0.44% |
| Assets Under Management | $506.6M |
| NAV | $26.81 |
| Holdings Count | 0 |
| Distribution Yield (TTM) | 4.89% |
| Annual Distribution (TTM) | $1.31 /share |
| Distribution Frequency | Quarterly |
| 52-Week Range | $23.11 – $28.63 |
| Beta | 0.64 |

## Latest Distribution

- Amount: $0.3506 /share
- Ex-date: 2026-09-29
- Pay date: 2026-09-30

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does IDUB invest in?

The Aptus International Enhanced Yield ETF (IDUB) is an actively managed fund that employs a distinctive, dual investment approach. Its core strategy integrates exposure to global equities with equity-linked notes (ELNs). Primarily, the fund allocates its assets to an "Equity Strategy" by investing in a selection of other exchange-traded funds. These underlying ETFs, in turn, hold shares of companies located outside the United States, covering both established (developed) and rapidly growing (emerging) international markets. The remaining portion of its portfolio is dedicated to an "ELN Strategy," which involves using equity-linked notes (ELNs) to generate income. Notably, IDUB is classified as a non-diversified fund.

### What is the expense ratio of IDUB?

Aptus International Enhanced Yield ETF (IDUB) charges an expense ratio of 0.44%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

### What is IDUB's dividend yield?

IDUB's trailing-twelve-month yield is 4.89%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.

### How big is IDUB?

Aptus International Enhanced Yield ETF (IDUB) manages $506.6M 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 IDUB actively managed or an index fund?

IDUB is actively managed: the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (IDUB's is 0.44%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.

### When was IDUB launched?

Aptus International Enhanced Yield ETF (IDUB) launched in July 2021 and is managed by Aptus.

### Does IDUB pay a dividend?

Yes, Aptus International Enhanced Yield ETF (IDUB) distributes dividends to shareholders. The trailing-twelve-month yield is 4.89%. Full dividend history is on this page.

### How often does IDUB pay dividends?

Aptus International Enhanced Yield ETF pays dividends Quarterly. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### When is IDUB's next ex-dividend date?

The most recently announced ex-dividend date for IDUB was 2026-09-29. The next ex-date typically follows Quarterly; once announced it appears at the top of the dividend history table on this page.

### How much will IDUB's expense ratio cost me over 30 years?

On a $10,000 investment compounding at 7% gross return, a 0.44% expense ratio quietly compounds against your balance every year. The Fee Compounding Forecast card above projects the dollar drag for any holding period and assumption you pick. The typical result for a 1.0% expense ratio on a 30-year hold is roughly 25% of the final balance lost to fees.

### How does IDUB charge its expense ratio?

The expense ratio is deducted in tiny daily slices from IDUB's net asset value (NAV). You never see a bill. The price quoted on every exchange is already net of fees. There's no "fee day" to avoid; the cost is continuous and built into the trading price.

### Why does IDUB cost more than a fund like VOO?

IDUB is actively managed (current expense ratio 0.44%). Active funds charge more than passive index trackers in exchange for the manager's discretion to over- or under-weight positions. The Cost Verdict card above tells you whether IDUB's fee is competitive for the active-management cohort.

### Are there cheaper alternatives to IDUB?

The Lower-Fee Alternatives card above lists ETFs following the same investment strategy as IDUB (0.44%) but at a lower expense ratio. Each row shows the fee gap, the peer's AUM as a liquidity sanity-check, and a direct link to that fund's analysis page. Cheaper price doesn't automatically mean better. Verify the peer holds what you actually want.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/idub
- Distribution history: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/idub/dividend
- Holdings & diversification: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/idub/diversification
- Fees & cheaper alternatives: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/idub/expenses
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/idub/peers

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