Is First Trust Dow Jones Global Select Dividend ETF (FGD) a Strong ETF Right Now?

Launched on 11/21/2007, the First Trust Dow Jones Global Select Dividend ETF (FGD) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Foreign Large Value ETF category of the market.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 1, 2026

Guide to High Dividend-Paying ETFs

Markets face AI, rate and geopolitical risks. These high-dividend ETFs offer attractive yields and steady income to help investors navigate volatility.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 6, 2026

If You Only Buy One Dividend ETF, Make It This One

The First Trust Dow Jones Global Select ETF pays out a distribution yield of 5%. Its year-to-date, one-year, and three-year returns beat the S&P 500.

The Motley Fool • Jun 14, 2026

Guide to High-Dividend Paying ETFs

High-dividend ETFs are back in focus as geopolitical risks and AI valuation worries push investors toward steady income plays.

Zacks Investment Research • May 29, 2026

5 Dividend ETFs That Pay More than 5% Yield Right Now

For income investors who are tired of “safe” 2% or 3% yields, the current market offers a variety of different ETFs that are paying well above 5%.

24/7 Wall Street • Jan 21, 2026

5 Dividend ETF Winners of 2025 That Breezed Past the S&P 500

5 dividend ETFs crushed the S&P 500 in 2025 as global payouts shined. Winners include FDD, IDV, DTH, FGD & DWX.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 2, 2026

5 High-Dividend ETFs to Earn Current Income

Market looks overheated? Earn stable income with high-dividend ETFs?

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 25, 2025

FGD: A Classic Value Trap For Income Investors

First Trust Dow Jones Global Select Dividend Index Fund is rated a Hold due to high risk and weak portfolio quality. FGD offers an attractive dividend yield and recent strong performance but carries a high expense ratio and significant sector concentration. The fund's volatility, drawdown risk, and questionable top holdings like Kohl's suggest exposure to value traps and poor risk-adjusted returns.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 28, 2025

WDIV Vs. FGD: Which Is The Best Global Dividend Growth ETF?

SPDR® S&P Global Dividend ETF invests in international dividend aristocrats. First Trust Dow Jones Global Select Dividend Index Fund ETF has many common characteristics and may be considered a close competitor. I compare these exchange-traded funds, WDIV and FGD, regarding a number of criteria.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 1, 2023

FGD Couldn't Keep Pace With Inflation

First Trust Dow Jones Global Select Dividend Index Fund ETF holds 99 global dividend stocks. It is well-diversified across countries and holdings, but it is overweight in financials. Historical performance is close to competitors.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 2, 2023