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Dividends Carry the Day With This Small-Cap ETF
Entering Wednesday, the Russell 2000 and S&P SmallCap 600 indexes were up an average of 20.8% year-to-date, confirming small-cap stocks are back with a vengeance. Arguably overlooked in that scenario, some vibrant ETFs represent higher-quality approaches to smaller stocks.
Should WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Dividend ETF (DES) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Launched on June 16, 2006, the WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Dividend ETF (DES) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Small Cap Value segment of the US equity market.
Is WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Dividend ETF (DES) a Strong ETF Right Now?
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Style Box - Small Cap Value category of the market, the WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Dividend ETF (DES) is a smart beta exchange traded fund launched on 06/16/2006.
WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Dividend Fund Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 31,348 | $1.02M | $1.27M | $257,439.63 | 25.33% |
| TMB Timothy M. Bidwell Hazlett, BURT & WATSON Inc. | 2,565 | $77,185.68 | $104,241.6 | $27,055.92 | 35.05% |
| CE Curtis Ellergodt Rothschild Investment LLC | 152 | $4,808.85 | $6,177.28 | $1,368.43 | 28.46% |
 Vaughan & Co. Securities Inc. Vaughan & Co. Securities Inc. | 78,492 | $1.99M | $3.19M | $1.2M | 60.65% |
| JD Jim Dushek HARBOUR INVESTMENTS Inc. | 9,597 | $306,753.14 | $388,918.42 | $82,165.28 | 26.79% |
WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Dividend Fund (DES) FAQ
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WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Dividend Fund Profile
| ARCA Exchange | US Country |
Overview
The investment strategy primarily involves holding a majority of its assets in companies that are a part of a fundamentally weighted index, focusing on the small-capitalization segment of the U.S. dividend-paying market. This implies a strategic choice to invest in small-cap companies that pay dividends, which can be an indication of financial stability and potential for growth. By pledging to invest at least 95% of its total assets in securities that are either part of this index or possess substantially identical economic characteristics, the fund commits to a focused investment approach. The fund's designation as non-diversified suggests it may concentrate its investments more heavily in fewer securities, which could increase volatility and risk but also potentially offer higher returns. This approach reflects a balance between the pursuit of growth through small-cap dividend-paying stocks and the careful selection of investments mirroring the characteristics of the index constituents.
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- Constituent Securities of the Index
These are the primary investments of the fund, consisting of small-capitalization, dividend-paying stocks that are part of the selected fundamentally weighted index. This product offering reflects the fund's strategy to capitalize on the growth potential and dividend payouts of small-cap companies within the U.S. market.
- Investments with Substantially Identical Economic Characteristics
In addition to direct index constituents, the fund also invests in financial instruments that mimic the economic characteristics of those constituents. This can include derivatives or other financial products that are designed to offer returns similar to the small-cap dividend-paying stocks within the index. This strategy provides the fund with flexibility to achieve its investment objectives while managing risk and liquidity.
