SPDR S&P Pan Asia Dividend Aristocrats

ETF description

This ETF aims to follow the performance of a group of companies across the Asia‑Pacific region that have a long history of paying reliable and rising dividends. The companies included are chosen based on their track record of maintaining or growing their dividend payments over several years. These firms are drawn from both developed and emerging markets within the region, including countries like Japan, Australia, China, and others.

This ETF could suit investors looking for exposure to the Asia‑Pacific region while also prioritising companies that have historically rewarded shareholders with consistent income. It may be of interest to those who are not only looking for growth but also value the potential for steady cash returns through dividends.

Issuer details

SPDR ETFs (Standard & Poor’s Depositary Receipts), managed by State Street Global Advisors, are among the largest and most recognized ETFs in the world, with over $1 trillion in assets under management as of June 2024. SPDR offers a broad range of ETFs covering various market segments, including equities, fixed income, sector‑specific funds, commodities, and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investments. Launched in 1993 with the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), the first ever ETF, SPDR ETFs are known for their strong emphasis on liquidity, transparency, and robust research and analysis. Notable ETFs in their lineup include the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), and SPDR Bloomberg Barclays High Yield Bond ETF (JNK), reflecting SPDR’s commitment to providing diverse and high‑quality investment options to meet the needs of various investors.

Index details

The S&P Pan Asia Dividend Aristocrats Index measures the performance of companies within the S&P Pan Asia Broad Market Index (BMI) that have followed a policy of consistently increasing dividends every year for at least seven consecutive years.