Franklin Templeton Expands ETF Lineup, Launching Two New Income Multiplier ETFs
Franklin Templeton has launched two new ETFs: the Franklin U.S. Dividend Multiplier ETF (XUDV) and the Franklin International Dividend Multiplier ETF (XIDV). These innovative funds aim to provide enhanced dividend income and were developed in partnership with New Frontier and VettaFi.
The ETFs track the VettaFi New Frontier US Dividend Select Index and International Dividend Select Index respectively. XUDV comes with an expense ratio of 0.09%, while XIDV's expense ratio is 0.19%. Both funds utilize New Frontier's proprietary optimization techniques to create efficient portfolios focused on reliable, long-term wealth building through enhanced dividend yield and risk-managed capital appreciation.
Franklin Templeton ha lanciato due nuovi ETF: il Franklin U.S. Dividend Multiplier ETF (XUDV) e il Franklin International Dividend Multiplier ETF (XIDV). Questi fondi innovativi mirano a fornire un reddito da dividendi migliorato e sono stati sviluppati in collaborazione con New Frontier e VettaFi.
Gli ETF seguono rispettivamente il VettaFi New Frontier US Dividend Select Index e il International Dividend Select Index. XUDV presenta un rapporto di spese del 0,09%, mentre il rapporto di spese di XIDV è del 0,19%. Entrambi i fondi utilizzano le tecniche di ottimizzazione proprietarie di New Frontier per creare portafogli efficienti, focalizzati sulla costruzione di ricchezza affidabile a lungo termine attraverso un rendimento da dividendi potenziato e un apprezzamento del capitale gestito per il rischio.
Franklin Templeton ha lanzado dos nuevos ETF: el Franklin U.S. Dividend Multiplier ETF (XUDV) y el Franklin International Dividend Multiplier ETF (XIDV). Estos fondos innovadores tienen como objetivo proporcionar ingresos por dividendos mejorados y fueron desarrollados en colaboración con New Frontier y VettaFi.
Los ETF siguen respectivamente el VettaFi New Frontier US Dividend Select Index y el International Dividend Select Index. XUDV tiene un ratio de gastos del 0.09%, mientras que el ratio de gastos de XIDV es del 0.19%. Ambos fondos utilizan las técnicas de optimización propietarias de New Frontier para crear carteras eficientes centradas en la construcción de riqueza a largo plazo a través de un rendimiento de dividendos mejorado y una apreciación de capital gestionada por riesgo.
프랭클린 템플턴이 두 개의 새로운 ETF를 출시했습니다: 프랭클린 미국 배당 증대 ETF (XUDV)와 프랭클린 국제 배당 증대 ETF (XIDV). 이 혁신적인 펀드는 향상된 배당 소득을 제공하는 것을 목표로 하며, 뉴 프론티어 및 베타파이와 협력하여 개발되었습니다.
이 ETF들은 각각 VettaFi New Frontier US Dividend Select Index와 International Dividend Select Index를 추적합니다. XUDV의 비용 비율은 0.09%이며, XIDV의 비용 비율은 0.19%입니다. 두 펀드 모두 뉴 프론티어의 고유한 최적화 기술을 이용하여 신뢰할 수 있는 장기적인 부의 구축에 중점을 둔 효율적인 포트폴리오를 생성합니다. 이는 향상된 배당 수익과 위험 관리 자본 증가를 통해 이루어집니다.
Franklin Templeton a lancé deux nouveaux ETF : le Franklin U.S. Dividend Multiplier ETF (XUDV) et le Franklin International Dividend Multiplier ETF (XIDV). Ces fonds innovants visent à offrir un revenu de dividende amélioré et ont été développés en partenariat avec New Frontier et VettaFi.
Les ETF suivent respectivement le VettaFi New Frontier US Dividend Select Index et le International Dividend Select Index. XUDV a un ratio de frais de 0,09%, tandis que le ratio de frais de XIDV est de 0,19%. Les deux fonds utilisent les techniques d'optimisation propriétaires de New Frontier pour créer des portefeuilles efficaces axés sur la construction de richesse fiable à long terme grâce à un rendement de dividende accru et une appréciation du capital gérée en fonction du risque.
Franklin Templeton hat zwei neue ETFs ins Leben gerufen: den Franklin U.S. Dividend Multiplier ETF (XUDV) und den Franklin International Dividend Multiplier ETF (XIDV). Diese innovativen Fonds zielen darauf ab, erhöhte Dividendeneinkommen zu bieten und wurden in Partnerschaft mit New Frontier und VettaFi entwickelt.
Die ETFs folgen jeweils dem VettaFi New Frontier US Dividend Select Index und dem International Dividend Select Index. XUDV weist eine Kostenquote von 0,09% auf, während die Kostenquote von XIDV 0,19% beträgt. Beide Fonds nutzen die proprietären Optimierungstechniken von New Frontier, um effiziente Portfolios zu erstellen, die sich auf den zuverlässigen, langfristigen Vermögensaufbau durch erhöhten Dividendenertrag und risikomanaged Kapitalzuwachs konzentrieren.
- Launch of two new dividend-focused ETFs expanding product portfolio
- Competitive expense ratios (0.09% for XUDV, 0.19% for XIDV)
- Implementation of advanced optimization techniques for enhanced dividend yields
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Insights
Franklin Templeton's (BEN) strategic launch of XUDV and XIDV represents a significant move in the competitive ETF landscape. The ultra-low expense ratios of
The integration of New Frontier's proprietary optimization techniques addresses a important market gap - the traditional trade-off between dividend yield and portfolio stability. This technological edge could help BEN capture market share in the $350 billion dividend ETF market, particularly appealing to yield-seeking investors in the current high-interest-rate environment.
Three key aspects make this launch particularly noteworthy:
- The dual-market approach (U.S. and International) allows BEN to capture diverse income streams while offering investors global diversification benefits
- The collaboration with VettaFi, a leading indexing and data provider, enhances distribution potential and market visibility
- The timing aligns with increased demand for income-generating investments amid economic uncertainty
This product launch strengthens BEN's competitive position against larger ETF providers like BlackRock and Vanguard, potentially accelerating the company's ETF business growth. The focus on sophisticated optimization while maintaining competitive pricing demonstrates BEN's commitment to capturing both retail and institutional market share in the rapidly evolving ETF landscape.
The Franklin
"XUDV and XIDV demonstrate Franklin Templeton’s commitment to expanding our suite of portfolio solutions in order to meet the evolving needs of our clients,” said Todd Mathias, Head of US ETF Product Strategy at Franklin Templeton. “With competitive expense ratios of
New Frontier’s proprietary optimization techniques, which have been refined over years of research and practical application, form the foundation of these ETFs. By integrating these advanced optimization techniques into the ETF structure, New Frontier is empowering a diverse range of investors to achieve more robust, reliable outcomes aligned with their investment goals.
“Our collaboration with Franklin Templeton and VettaFi on XIDV and XUDV marks a new era in both dividend investing and ETF innovation. These ETFs embody New Frontier's mission to solve complex investor challenges using optimization techniques, creating highly efficient portfolios for reliable, long-term wealth building,” said Robert Michaud, Chief Investment Officer of New Frontier. “By applying our time-tested optimization to dividend strategies, we've built an index to pursue enhanced dividend yield coupled with risk-managed capital appreciation. This launch is setting a new standard in the ETF industry through effective investment technology. We're confident these ETFs will redefine expectations for dividend-focused investments and demonstrate the power of advanced optimization in portfolio construction.”
About Franklin Templeton
Franklin Resources, Inc. [NYSE:BEN] is a global investment management organization with subsidiaries operating as Franklin Templeton and serving clients in over 150 countries. Franklin Templeton’s mission is to help clients achieve better outcomes through investment management expertise, wealth management and technology solutions. Through its specialist investment managers, the company offers specialization on a global scale, bringing extensive capabilities in fixed income, equity, alternatives and multi-asset solutions. With more than 1,500 investment professionals, and offices in major financial markets around the world, the
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At Franklin Templeton, we've built an all-weather ETF and ETP platform. With over
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XUDV -- All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. Equity securities are subject to price fluctuation and possible loss of principal. To the extent the portfolio invests in a concentration of certain securities, regions or industries, it is subject to increased volatility. Dividends may fluctuate and are not guaranteed, and a company may reduce or eliminate its dividend at any time. Performance of the fund may vary significantly from the performance of an index, as a result of transaction costs, expenses and other factors. There can be no assurance that the underlying index's calculation methodology or sources of information will provide an accurate assessment of included issuers or that the included issuers will provide the fund with the market exposure it seeks. Small- and mid-cap stocks involve greater risks and volatility than large-cap stocks. The fund is newly organized, with a limited history of operations. These and other risks are discussed in the fund’s prospectus.
XIDV -- All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. Equity securities are subject to price fluctuation and possible loss of principal. International investments are subject to special risks, including currency fluctuations and social, economic and political uncertainties, which could increase volatility. These risks are magnified in emerging markets. To the extent the portfolio invests in a concentration of certain securities, regions or industries, it is subject to increased volatility. Dividends may fluctuate and are not guaranteed, and a company may reduce or eliminate its dividend at any time. Performance of the fund may vary significantly from the performance of an index, as a result of transaction costs, expenses and other factors. There can be no assurance that the underlying index's calculation methodology or sources of information will provide an accurate assessment of included issuers or that the included issuers will provide the fund with the market exposure it seeks. Small- and mid-cap stocks involve greater risks and volatility than large-cap stocks. The fund is newly organized, with a limited history of operations. These and other risks are discussed in the fund’s prospectus.
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