The Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF (VYMI) currently offers higher dividend yields and better year-to-date, 1-year, and 5-year returns compared to the US-focused Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM). While VYM leads over a 10-year span, VYMI's recent performance suggests international stocks may provide valuable diversification and growth opportunities. US investors face challenges like currency risk and foreign tax paperwork but could benefit from allocating up to 40% of their portfolio to VYMI for enhanced income and diversification.
Fidelity's International High Dividend ETF (FIDI) targets developed-market stocks with above-average yields, currently yielding about 4.1%. It pays dividends quarterly based on cash dividends from holdings in Europe, Canada, Japan, and Australia, con...
The iShares International Select Dividend ETF (IDV) delivers a high yield of 6-7% by investing in about 100 high-dividend stocks from developed markets outside the US and Canada. Its yield is driven by sectors like tobacco, banks, utilities, and mini...
In 2026, international dividend ETFs like Vanguard VYMI, iShares IDV, and Schwab SCHY provide significantly higher yields than the popular U.S. dividend ETF SCHD. This yield gap stems from lower valuations and a stronger dividend payout culture in Eu...
