Three international dividend ETFs outperformed the S&P 500 and SCHD with higher yields over the past year.

Over the past year, three international dividend ETFs—Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF (VYMI), iShares International Select Dividend ETF (IDV), and Schwab International Dividend Equity ETF (SCHY)—each delivered higher dividend yields than the U.S.-focused SCHD and outperformed the S&P 500 index. VYMI led with a 3.7% yield and 24% return, IDV offered the highest yield at 5.8% with a 22% return, and SCHY applied SCHD's quality screening internationally, yielding 3.7% with an 18% return. These funds benefit from steady cash-generating sectors like energy and banks abroad, but investors should consider currency risks and foreign tax withholding. While SCHD returned 27% with a lower yield, these international ETFs provide valuable diversification and income opportunities beyond U.S. markets.

VYMI is trading at USD 101.52 with a 1-day gain of 0.71%, while SCHD is priced at USD 33.38, up 0.36% on Pluang. The S&P 500 ETF IVV is nearly flat, changing just 0.02% as of Oct 14, 2026 05:21 WIB.