The iShares International Select Dividend ETF (IDV) has gained 26.86% year-to-date, significantly outperforming the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM), which rose 15.53%. IDV invests in dividend-paying companies outside the U.S., mainly in Europe, the UK, and Asia-Pacific, where companies tend to pay higher dividends rather than buybacks. While VYM offers stable, predictable quarterly payments from U.S. firms, IDV's dividends can be uneven and subject to foreign withholding taxes, but it provides greater income growth potential and international diversification. Investors seeking steady income might prefer VYM, while those wanting higher total dividend growth and exposure to global markets may consider adding IDV to their portfolios.
The Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) holds a market cap of $100.80 billion and sees a typical holding period of 136 days on Pluang, indicating steady investor interest. As of September 29, 2026, VYM trades at USD 156.61 with a 1-day decline of 0.70%. This contrasts with the article's focus on international dividend growth, highlighting VYM's role as a stable, U.S.-focused dividend option on Pluang.
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