DWX: An Underperforming Index With An ETF To Match

  • SPDR S&P International Dividend ETF has underperformed significantly, generating only a 23% total return since inception, making it a Strong Sell. The S&P International Dividend Opportunities Index, while not stellar, offers some resilience in down markets but still lags behind the S&P 500. Alternatives to DWX include individual international stocks with strong balance sheets, positive cash flow, and persistent dividend growth, such as TS, INFY, and ITRN.