SDOG

ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF

$59.51
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📎 Investment Objective

The ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (SDOG) seeks to track the performance of the S-Network Sector Dividend Dogs Index, which is designed to provide exposure to the high dividend-yielding stocks from the five least-represented sectors in the S&P 500 Index.

Overview

ETF tracking ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF

Category Value
Issuer Other
Inception Date 2012-06-29
Market Cap $1.2B
Average Volume N/A
Dividend Yield 3.72%
52-Week Range $50.46 - $61.23
VWAP $59.55

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Investment Summary

📎 Investment Objective

The ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (SDOG) seeks to track the performance of the S-Network Sector Dividend Dogs Index, which is designed to provide exposure to the high dividend-yielding stocks from the five least-represented sectors in the S&P 500 Index.

🎯 Investment Strategy

The fund invests in the five least-represented sectors in the S&P 500 Index, selecting the five highest-yielding stocks from each of those sectors. The portfolio is equally weighted, rebalanced quarterly, and reconstituted annually.

✨ Key Features

  • Focuses on high-dividend-yielding stocks from underrepresented sectors in the S&P 500
  • Equal-weighted portfolio to provide diversification across sectors
  • Quarterly rebalancing and annual reconstitution to maintain exposure to top-yielding stocks
  • Low expense ratio of 0.00%

⚠️ Primary Risks

  • Sector concentration risk as the fund is limited to five sectors
  • Potential for higher volatility compared to the broader market
  • Dividend-focused strategy may underperform in growth-oriented markets
  • Liquidity risk due to the fund's small asset size

👤 Best For

The ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF may be suitable for investors seeking exposure to high-yielding stocks from underrepresented sectors, with a focus on income generation. However, the fund's sector concentration and potential for higher volatility make it more appropriate for investors with a higher risk tolerance and a longer-term investment horizon.