ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF

IDOG

Market cap $547M

A smart beta exchange traded fund, the ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) debuted on 06/28/2013, and offers broad exposure to the Foreign Large Value ETF category of the market.

I assign a ‘Buy' rating to the Alps International Sector Dividends Dogs ETF for its strong recent performance and defensive international dividend profile. IDOG's Dogs of the Dow methodology delivers higher income generation, lower valuation multiples, and superior risk-adjusted returns versus broader international markets. While IDOG's expense ratio is higher than peers, its recent outperformance and defensive positioning justify its inclusion for investors seeking international value exposure.

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The ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) made its debut on 06/28/2013, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Foreign Large Value ETF category of the market.

The ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) has surpassed $506 million in assets under management, marking the first time the international dividend ETF has crossed the half-billion dollar threshold, according to data from SS&C. The milestone comes as international stocks stage their strongest performance in years, with IDOG returning 42.

The ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) gained 3.1% in January, driven by double-digit rallies in mining and energy holdings that reported record production and benefited from surging commodity prices. BHP Group (BHP) climbed 16% after announcing record copper and iron ore output, while Norwegian energy producer Equinor ASA (EQNR) advanced 13.

Launched on 06/28/2013, the ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Foreign Large Value ETF category of the market.

The ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) cut its exposure to Japan while adding positions across multiple European markets in its annual December rebalance, according to data showing a shift in international dividend opportunities. The rotation reflects how the fund's yield-ranking methodology drove capital toward less-followed European markets, according to the rebalance data.

Biotech and natural resources funds led the ALPS ETFs lineup in 2025, with both strategies delivering returns above 45%, according to ETF Database. The ALPS Medical Breakthroughs ETF (SBIO) gained just over 57% through December 23, topping all ALPS products for the year, according to ETF Database.

Biotech and natural resources funds led the ALPS ETFs lineup in 2025, with both strategies delivering returns above 45%, according to ETF Database. The ALPS Medical Breakthroughs ETF (SBIO) gained just over 57% through December 23, topping all ALPS products for the year, according to ETF Database.