Key Highlights

  • The fund holds 105 emerging market stocks selected for dividend yield.
  • Petrobras, China Construction Bank and Evergreen Marine are among the largest positions.
  • Net asset value is $32.82, after a one-day gain of $0.31, or 0.94%.
  • The 30-day SEC yield is 4.74%, and distributions are paid quarterly.

Emerging market equities have drawn investors seeking income beyond developed markets, and the iShares Emerging Markets Dividend ETF (NYSEARCA:DVYE) provides a dividend-focused route into that segment. Figures in this article are current to November 9, 2026. The fund seeks to track an index of relatively high dividend-yielding stocks in emerging markets, offering exposure to dividend-focused companies across several countries. Shares trade on NYSE Arca and have been listed since February 2012.

Fund Fact

Detail

Exchange and ticker

NYSE Arca: DVYE

Fund inception

February 23, 2012

Net assets

$1.12 billion

Net asset value

$32.82

Daily NAV change

+$0.31 (+0.94%)

Expense ratio

0.49%

30-day SEC yield

4.74%

Distribution frequency

Quarterly

Number of holdings

105

Country and Sector Composition

Energy, financials and industrials account for much of the portfolio. Petróleo Brasileiro holds about 4.0% of market value, China Construction Bank 3.8% and Evergreen Marine 3.8%. Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Bank of China and Vale also appear among the largest positions.

Holdings span Brazil, China, Mexico, Taiwan and other markets. The breadth of countries means that policy or currency developments in a single market have a limited share of the portfolio.

Income Profile and Distributions

The 30-day SEC yield of 4.74% and the 12-month trailing yield of 5.03% describe the income the fund has generated in recent periods. Distributions are paid quarterly, and recent payments have varied in size, reflecting the timing of dividends from underlying companies.

Dividend-focused funds can see distributions change when companies cut or suspend payouts. Investors seeking income should note that the fund does not guarantee that dividends will be paid.

Costs, Trading and Risks

The expense ratio is 0.49%, consisting of a management fee of the same amount. The 30-day median bid-ask spread of 0.24% and average Volume of about 125,000 shares describe moderate trading conditions.

Emerging market investing carries currency risk, limited Liquidity in some markets, and differences in government regulation. Shares were trading slightly below net asset value in recent figures, with a premium of -0.07.

Final Word

The iShares Emerging Markets Dividend ETF offers a diversified route to higher-yielding companies across emerging markets, with a notable weight in energy and financial stocks. Its quarterly income, mid-range fee and multi-country spread define its character. Investors will consider how emerging market income fits within their broader international allocation.