Is First Trust Dow Jones Global Select Dividend ETF (FGD) a Strong ETF Right Now?
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 08 2024
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
Overview of First Trust Dow Jones Global Select Dividend ETF (FGD): Launched in 2007, FGD aims to replicate the performance of the Dow Jones Global Select Dividend Index with a focus on dividend yield, currently boasting a 5.80% yield and an expense ratio of 0.56%.
Comparison with Other ETFs: While FGD offers a reasonable option for investors seeking dividend exposure, alternatives like iShares MSCI ACWI ETF and Vanguard Total World Stock ETF present lower expense ratios and potentially lower-risk options within the Broad Developed World ETFs segment.
Analyst Views on VT
Wall Street analysts forecast VT stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for VT is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
