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Unlock Lucrative Returns with IAPD: A High-Yield ETF Providing 7% Annual Yield and Quarterly Payouts

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Dividends!

Everyone loves dividends! People love distributions which are your regular cashflow like your stable monthly paycheck! Dividends hold a special place in every investor’s heart! Who doesn’t appreciate those regular cashflows that resemble a dependable monthly paycheck? But rather than spending hours on extensive stock picking and research, more and more people are gravitating towards the simplicity of ETF investing. With their low expense ratios and promising dividend returns, these investment vehicles offer a hassle-free alternative for dividend enthusiasts!

iShares Asia Pacific Dividend UCITS ETF (IAPD)

(Information in this article comes from Official Ishare Website and my research.)

Today let me share a very interesting ETF that lies close to the heart of the investors in the Asia Pacific Region! The key investment objective of this fund is to track the performance of an index composed of 50 stocks with leading dividend yields selected from eligible Asia Pacific countries.

Which Index?

The Index measures the performance of the top 50 highest dividend paying companies in the Asia/Pacific region. Companies included in the Index are those that have paid dividends in each of the past three years, have a dividend per share ratio greater than or equal to its three-year average annual dividend per share ratio, have a five year average payout ratio of greater than or equal to two-thirds of the five-year payout ratio of the corresponding Dow Jones country index, or greater than 118%, whichever is greater, a non-negative previous 12 month earnings per share and meet criteria for trading volume. Existing constituents of the Index must also meet criteria for trading volume at each rebalance. The Index is weighted according to dividend yield with individual companies capped at 10%.

But why do people invest in IAPD?

There are 3 key reasons.

  1. Exposure to Asia Pacific companies with the highest dividend yields
  2. Direct investment into 50 listed securities from the Asia Pacific region
  3. regional exposure with a focus on income

Of course, there are other advantages as well, let me share them.

3 Key Advantages of IAPD

  1. The iShares Asia Pacific Dividend UCITS ETF (IAPD) harnesses the potential of dividend-paying stocks, presenting investors with a remarkable chance to earn consistent income. Dividend payments serve as a dependable source of regular returns, making this ETF an appealing choice for investors seeking stability in their investment journey.
  2. Renowned for its great economic growth and innovation, the Asia Pacific region serves as the perfect breeding ground for future opportunities. This ETF taps into this growth potential by including companies from countries like China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and more. Investors can ride the wave of robust growth in these economies while spreading their investments across diverse markets.
  3. Diversification is a fundamental pillar of successful investing, and the iShares Asia Pacific Dividend UCITS ETF provides precisely that. By investing in a well-balanced portfolio of dividend-paying stocks from various sectors and countries, this ETF offers a shield against individual company performance. Such diversification adds a layer of stability, mitigating the impact of any single stock’s volatility.

Key Ratios of this ETF

Here are some additional details about IAPD (as of 25 May 2023):

  • Inception date: 2 Jun 2006
  • Number of Holdings: 50
  • Net assets: $376.8 millions
  • Gross expense ratio: 0.59%
  • Product Structure: Physical
  • Methodology: Replicated
  • Yield: 7.44%
  • Distribution frequency: Quarterly
  • Domicile: Ireland
  • Currency: U.S. dollars

Top 10 Holdings

Exposure Breakdowns

Wow!

If you look at the above, this ETF looks great! Low expense ratio of 0.59% with 7.44% distributed quarterly. Its component equities are top 50 highest dividend paying companies in the Asia/Pacific region. In term of exposure, it has around 37% in Australia, 29% in Hong Kong, 25% in Japan, 6% in Singapore, 2% in New Zealand. All these are great Asia Pacific countries with great growth!

This ETF helps you to diversify your portfolio such that you don’t need to stock pick yourselves, read annual reports, but buy and hold, or even just DCA monthly and what is the best thing? You will get 7.44% yield quarterly. Assuming that you have invested 100K into this, you would get $7440 per year, $1860 per quarterly, $620 monthly! Wow! $620 monthly passive income!

However…

Let’s look at past performance first. Of course, past performance is not an indication of future performances.

If we analyze the above, not too shabby! You get almost 100% return (annualized 4% return) if you invest since the inception date, not forgetting that peace of mind knowing that your portfolio is well diversified in the Asia Pacific Region.

Compare this with Unlock Lucrative Returns with SDIV: A High-Yield ETF Providing 11% Annual Yield and Monthly Payouts and 4 Dividend ETFs that can let you sleep well even in the scary bear market, which of these ETFs, which ETFs would you buy if you are passive investors that wants some regular cashflow?

For me, I would stick to VWRD.L. What is yours?

BUT…

Undeniability, the iShares Asia Pacific Dividend UCITS ETF still empowers investors to tap into the income-generating potential of dividend-paying stocks across the thriving Asia Pacific region. This ETF offers a compelling opportunity for investors seeking income generation and long-term growth. Whether you are a long-term investor looking for regular income or aiming to diversify your portfolio with exposure to Asia Pacific’s dividend opportunities, this ETF can prove to be a valuable addition to your investment strategy.

Disclaimer: Investing in the iShares Asia Pacific Dividend UCITS ETF carries inherent market risks, including the possibility of losing your principal investment. The information provided in this article is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Investors should conduct their own extensive research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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