IDOG: Well-Rounded Dividend And Value International ETF

The ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF targets high-yielding stocks across sectors in developed markets outside the U.S. and Canada. IDOG offers strong diversification, equal-weight methodology, and a 3.82% trailing yield, with no country exceeding 18% allocation. IDOG has outperformed EFA and a number of competitors since its inception, boasting superior risk-adjusted performance.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 13, 2025

Is ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) a Strong ETF Right Now?

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Foreign Large Value ETF category of the market, the ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) is a smart beta exchange traded fund launched on 06/28/2013.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 25, 2025

Dividend Dogs ETFs Show Geographic Performance Split

Sometimes where you invest matters more than how you invest, and two dividend dogs funds from ALPS highlight the trend. The ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) gained 33.4% year-to-date through November 2, far outpacing the 7.8% return from its domestic twin, the ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (SDOG), according to ETF Database data.

ETF Trends • Nov 5, 2025

Europe Matters for This Dividend ETF

As its name implies, the ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) is a play on ex-U.S. dividend-paying equities. To be specific, the $394.22 million ETF focuses on developed market equities and it's a dividend yield strategy.

ETF Trends • Oct 22, 2025

Interested in International Stocks? Investigate IDOG

International equities have finally gotten their respective acts together relative to U.S. stocks. That resurgence includes dividend payers.

ETF Trends • Oct 21, 2025

Here Are the Factors Boosting International ETF IDOG

International ETF investing has been a key theme so far in 2025, boosting portfolios significantly for numerous investors. Already, on a YTD basis, numerous such strategies have outperformed key domestic funds, offering diversification alongside those returns.

ETF Trends • Sep 19, 2025

IDOG: A Global Victory For The Dividend Dogs Strategy

I rate IDOG a buy: the Dogs of the Dow strategy is a proven risk-adjusted outperformance and high dividend yield. IDOG offers superior long-term returns and Sharpe ratios versus ACWX, though it comes with higher concentration and liquidity risks, making it best for long-term investors. ACWX provides broader diversification and emerging market exposure, but its higher valuation and lower yield make it less attractive in the current macro environment.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 11, 2025

3 Standout Stocks Driving International ETF IDOG's YTD Numbers

If the first half of 2025 had a story to tell in ETF land, it may well be the performance of international equities. Non-U.S. stocks and ETFs performed well amid serious tariff concerns, as many investors sought to diversify their portfolios.

ETF Trends • Sep 8, 2025

ETF Edge: Emerging markets having their moment and the latest trends in energy funds

After more than a decade of lackluster performance, established international and emerging markets are growing in popularity. What's driving this, and what could derail this investor enthusiasm?

CNBC Television • Aug 25, 2025

How Dividends Can Be a Key Differentiator in International Equities

It's been a strong year for ex-U.S. equities. International equities ETFs have done very well following the spring swoon for U.S. stocks.

ETF Trends • Aug 11, 2025