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The Franklin International Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHI) is designed to replicate the investment performance of its underlying benchmark, the Franklin International Low Volatility High Dividend Hedged Index. This index comprises stocks from developed economies situated outside the United States, specifically selecting companies that offer attractive dividend payouts while demonstrating stability in their share price and earnings.
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Franklin Intl Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF offers a compelling blend of high yield (4.49%) and low volatility for international equity exposure. LVHI's unique methodology penalizes high-volatility stocks and adjusts for country interest rates, avoiding yield traps and enhancing risk-adjusted returns. With a 5-year total return of 107.80%, LVHI outperformed peers and proved that defensive, income-focused strategies can deliver strong results over full market cycles.
Franklin International Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF remains a Buy, downgraded from Strong Buy, as core diversification and income theses hold. LVHI has delivered strong risk-adjusted returns, outperforming the S&P 500 over the past year, with lower drawdowns and a 4-5% yield. Current portfolio tilts—energy overweight, tech underweight, Japan underweight—support valuation diversification but may challenge the low volatility promise.
Franklin FTSE International Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (NYSEARCA:LVHI | LVHI Price Prediction) closed Friday at $41 after a quarterly distribution cycle that continues to deliver the income international dividend investors buy this fund for.