Franklin European Quality Dividend

ETF description

This ETF is designed to track a group of companies based in developed European countries that are known for regularly paying dividends and showing strong financial performance. The companies included are selected based on factors that aim to reflect quality, such as stable earnings, healthy levels of debt, and effective use of company resources. The aim is to represent firms that are not only profitable but also consistent and resilient across different market conditions.

Provider details

Franklin Templeton is a globally recognized asset management firm with over $1.5 trillion in assets under management as of June 2024. Offering a range of investment products covering various market segments. Founded in 1947 by Rupert H. Johnson, Sr., Franklin Templeton has a strong global presence with a focus on active management and expertise in emerging markets. Known for its commitment to research and investor education, Franklin Templeton’s notable ETFs include the Franklin LibertyQ Global Dividend UCITS ETF and the Franklin FTSE China ETF, reflecting its dedication to providing diversified investment options across different regions and sectors.

This ETF may appeal to investors who are looking for exposure to European markets through companies that have a record of paying dividends and appear financially strong.

Index details

The LibertyQ European Dividend Index is based on the MSCI Europe IMI ex REITs Index, and includes large, mid and small cap stocks across 15 Developed Markets (DM) countries in Europe. The Index is designed to represent the performance of a Franklin Templeton strategy that seeks exposure to securities with high and persistent dividend income along with superior Quality characteristics in Europe.