Global Beta Smart Income ETF (GBDV)

Overview

This company focuses on offering investment solutions that target US companies with a high dividend yield. By selecting companies that are in the highest quintile of the average twelve-month trailing dividend yield over the previous four quarters in the S&P 900 and that also rank in the top half of their respective Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS) sector classification, the company ensures its clients have access to promising investment opportunities. The investment approach can vary between a replication strategy, where the fund aims to closely match the performance of the target index by investing in all of its constituents, or a representative sampling strategy, which involves investing in a sample of securities that collectively have an investment profile similar to that of the target index. This dual-strategy approach allows for flexibility in tracking the target index while primarily investing in U.S. companies included within it.

Products and Services

• High Dividend Yield Equity Fund

  This product is aimed at investors seeking exposure to U.S. companies that consistently deliver high dividend yields. By focusing on the top quintile of companies within the S&P 900 based on their average twelve-month trailing dividend yield, the fund seeks to offer attractive income opportunities while also considering the overall sectoral balance to ensure diversification. This strategy is particularly appealing for income-focused investors who wish to benefit from the potential for capital appreciation alongside receiving regular dividend income.

• Replication Strategy Investment

  For investors looking for a more straightforward approach to matching the performance of high dividend-yielding U.S. companies, the company offers a replication strategy. This strategy involves directly investing in all constituents of the target index, thereby aiming to closely mirror its performance. It's an ideal option for those who prefer a passive investment approach, relying on the overall performance of the selected index to drive returns.

• Representative Sampling Strategy Investment

  This approach is tailored for investors who seek to track the performance of the target high dividend yield index but are open to a more flexible investment method. By investing in a representative sample of securities, the fund aims to emulate the investment characteristics and performance of the target index without fully replicating it. This method allows for potential cost efficiencies and adaptability in managing the investment portfolio, offering an alternative to the straightforward replication strategy.