IQDF Profile
The FlexShares International Quality Dividend Index Fund aims to provide investors with exposure to high-quality international companies known for their financial stability and dividend-paying ability. The fund tracks an index that reflects the performance of companies exhibiting superior financial strength relative to the Northern Trust International Large Cap Index, which includes large- and mid-cap non-U.S. companies. This focus on quality and stability seeks to deliver consistent performance by investing in firms with robust financial metrics and reliable dividend distributions.
The underlying index is a float-adjusted, market-capitalization weighted benchmark that represents a curated selection of international equities. These companies are chosen based on their strong financial characteristics, including high credit quality, stable earnings, and reliable dividend payments. The fund’s strategy emphasizes the inclusion of firms with solid financial health, aiming to reduce risk and provide steady income in addition to capital appreciation.
The FlexShares International Quality Dividend Index Fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities that make up the index. This includes direct investments in the component stocks of the index as well as American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs) that represent these international securities. This approach provides broad exposure to high-quality, dividend-paying international companies while also incorporating flexible instruments like ADRs and GDRs to enhance liquidity and accessibility.
Managed by FlexShares, the fund benefits from the firm's expertise in designing investment products that focus on specific quality and income criteria. FlexShares’ emphasis on rigorous index selection and management aims to align the fund with investors seeking stability and reliable income from international markets. For investors looking to diversify their portfolio with high-quality, dividend-focused international equities, this fund offers a strategic solution that aligns with long-term financial objectives and risk preferences.
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