| In total return terms, all three dividend-oriented emerging-markets ETFs underperformed the MSCI Emerging Markets Index since their respective inceptions. Rock-bottom interest rates have created a challenging environment for investors eyeing a decent and fairly reliable income stream.
Many investors are turning towards dividend-oriented strategies to compensate for the low yields bonds offer. Aside from providing investors with income, dividend paying companies tend to have stronger corporate governance structures in place. As such, dividend equity funds often provide access to better quality holdings, but this is not always the case...............................................Full Article: Source
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