Vanguard FTSE All‑World High Dividend Yield
High dividend global companies
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ETF description
This ETF seeks to track the performance of an index that includes a wide range of global companies known for paying above‑average dividends. It focuses on businesses from various sectors and countries that have a history of distributing substantial income to their shareholders. By concentrating on companies that offer higher dividend yields, the ETF may appeal to investors seeking regular income in addition to potential long‑term capital growth.
Investors who are looking for exposure to a globally diversified portfolio of high dividend‑paying stocks may find this ETF suitable. It includes companies from both developed and emerging markets, providing an opportunity to benefit from international growth and income streams. The fund may be particularly attractive to income‑focused investors, such as those in or nearing retirement, or those seeking a reliable income source from their investments.
Issuer details
Vanguard is the largest provider of mutual funds and the second‑largest provider of ETFs in the world.
Vanguard is a major American investment management company headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania. It’s known for being the largest provider of mutual funds in the world and the second‑largest provider of ETFs after BlackRock’s iShares with over $8trn in global assets under management (as at June 2024). Vanguard was founded in 1975 by John C. Bogle and is notable for its unique ownership structure ‑ it is owned by its funds, which in turn are owned by their shareholders. This structure is designed to align Vanguard’s interests with those of its investors, helping to keep costs low.
Index details
The FTSE All‑World High Dividend Yield index offers investors exposure to high‑yielding dividend stocks from developed and emerging markets worldwide. With its focus on income generation and global diversification, Funds tracking this index are commonly used by those looking for a reliable source of dividend income coupled with broad geographic diversification.
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