I compare iShares MSCI EAFE ETF and Invesco S&P Intl Developed Momentum ETF for international developed market exposure. EFA tracks the MSCI EAFE Index, offering broad diversification across 21 developed markets, with Japan and the UK comprising nearly 40% of assets. EFA's sector allocation differs from US large-cap ETFs, with technology not leading; the fund yields 3.1% and has consistently grown distributions.
Invesco S&P Intl Developed Momentum ETF earns a 'buy' rating for its strong fundamentals and long-term risk-adjusted outperformance versus peers. IDMO trades at an attractive 15.81x trailing earnings, offering compelling value even after factoring in the recent momentum in international value stocks. IDMO has delivered superior risk-adjusted returns over three, five, and ten-year periods, with a Sortino Ratio of 1.08 since its index change.
Foresight Capital Management Advisors Inc. increased its stake in Invesco S&P International Developed Momentum ETF (NYSEARCA:IDMO) by 112.5% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 99,107 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 52,469 shares during
Invesco S&P International Developed Momentum ETF offers exposure to high-momentum, large-cap stocks across developed markets, excluding the United States. IDMO has outperformed a benchmark and peer momentum ETFs, delivering superior risk-adjusted returns. The fund is notably overweight financials (50.8%), introducing systemic risk, but remains geographically diversified with top allocations to Canada, the U.K., and Germany.
IDMO is a momentum ETF that seeks to represent developed market stocks excluding the U.S. In my opinion, it interfaces well within a diversified portfolio; almost 50% of the portfolio is in financials, which is an anomaly compared to classic global ETFs. It seems to have had competitive performance compared to other ETFs such as EFA and other ex. US ETFs.
The momentum factor is helping to propel strength in international equities. So defense spending, especially in Europe, could keep momentum on the side of the Invesco S&P International Developed Momentum ETF (IDMO).
Investors enjoying the pairing of domestic stocks and the momentum factor are likely familiar with some related ETFs. This includes the Invesco S&P 500 Momentum ETF (SPMO).
After a year of strong returns, my analysis now signals it's time to sell the Invesco S&P International Developed Momentum ETF. IDMO underperforms the S&P 500 on both absolute and risk-adjusted returns, with a negative alpha and subpar risk-return metrics. While IDMO offers lower volatility and some diversification benefits, its risk-reward profile and information ratio are disappointing.
Invesco S&P International Developed Momentum ETF offers momentum exposure with a 0.25% expense ratio, suitable for tactical rather than core holdings due to high turnover. IDMO's portfolio, based on the S&P World Ex-U.S. Momentum Index, is growth-tilted and rebalanced semi-annually, leading to higher volatility in downturns. While the Fund may outperform in bull markets, its high turnover ratio and trading expenses could hinder long-term performance compared to more stable ETFs like VEA.
Invesco S&P International Developed Momentum ETF targets ex-U.S. and ex-Korea developed world equities that demonstrate robust momentum characteristics. In the current version, most of its net assets are allocated to Japanese stocks (54.7%). Denmark (9.9%) and the U.K. (6.6%) are in second and third places, respectively. IDMO solidly outperformed its peer IMTM as well as EFA in the past. However, it was unable to keep pace with IVV.