Name of ETF: SPDR S&P Emerging Markets Dividend ETF

Name of ETF: SPDR S&P Emerging Markets Dividend ETF

Benchmark Index: S&P Emerging Markets Dividend Opportunities Index

Ticker Symbol: EDIV

Key Points:

  • This ETF is based on the S&P Emerging Markets Dividend Opportunities Index.
  • The ETF consists of approximately 100 companies offering high dividend yields located in emerging market economies.
  • The index also uses various fundamental criteria, such as sustained earnings growth and profitability in determining the companies selected.
  • While there are many countries represented within the ETF they are not equally represented. Brazil, Taiwan, China, Thailand and South Africa have the most representation.

Related Links:

List of Emerging Market Dividend ETFs

State Street Global Advisors Website