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S&P/ASX Sustainability Screened Dividend Opportunities Index: 2025 Performance Review
The S&P/ASX Sustainability Screened Dividend Opportunities Index delivered a standout performance in 2025, establishing itself as the best performer among all the S&P Factor Indices in the Australian equity landscape. The index posted a robust calendar year return of 21.22%, outpacing the S&P/ASX 300 by 10.9% (see Exhibit 1). In addition to its recent outperformance,…
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The Dow Jones Dividend 100 Indices Shine in a Strong Start to the Year
As market volatility continues in the U.S., the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index and Dow Jones International Dividend 100 Index have emerged as standout performers. Year-to-date (YTD) as of Feb. 28, 2026, both indices have posted double-digit gains (see Exhibit 1). Notably, the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index has outperformed its benchmark universe by 14.81%…
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Unveiling the Dow Jones Japan Select Dividend Index
Japanese dividend payouts are meaningfully higher in cash terms than they were a decade ago, bringing Japan more in line with other developed markets. Importantly, dividend growth is now increasingly anchored in formal dividend policy. This shift matters for market participants seeking both yield and exposure to Japanese equity markets by setting expectations around dividend…
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S&P Global Dividend 100 Index: Where High Yield Meets Quality
When selecting a high yield dividend strategy, headline yield matters—but so does the strength of the companies delivering it. The ability to sustain and grow dividends over time often depends on underlying business quality. Companies with strong profitability and resilient cash flows are typically better positioned to increase payouts and support long-term price performance. To…
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High Dividend Yield Meets Quality: Introducing the S&P 500 Quality FCF High Dividend Index
The recently launched S&P 500® Quality FCF High Dividend Index measures high-dividend stocks supported by strong free cash flow (FCF), offering an approach that blends income generation and financial resilience. Companies that consistently generate excess cash may be better equipped to sustain and grow dividends, even during periods of market stress. This focus on income…
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Why Does Index Liquidity Matter?
Explore how the equity and fixed income trading ecosystems are evolving in response to the continued growth of asset–tracking indices and what it could mean for investors with S&P DJI’s Tim Edwards and Anu Ganti.
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Examining the S&P 500 High Dividend Index amid Changes in Monetary Policy
Whether it’s the beginning of the school year or the drop in temperatures, September is often seen as a month of change. This year, there’s an additional factor reinforcing this idea: on Sept. 17, 2025, the U.S. Federal Reserve reduced the Fed Funds rate to 4.00%-4.25%, representing the first change in monetary policy since late…
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Dividend Growth and Equity Participation: Insights from the S&P U.S. Dividend Growers Index
As the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield hovers above 4.0%, it’s possible that market participants can find yields without assuming excessive risk. However, a significant challenge remains: protecting against inflation and preserving purchasing power. For example, due to inflation, USD 1,000 in December 2005 was equivalent to only USD 606 as of June 2025. In contrast,…
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The Market Measure: May 2025
Explore whether the S&P 500’s positive performance in 2025 may signal it’s time to look at equities elsewhere. We review recent U.S. and global market dynamics, highlight the long-term success of legends like Warren Buffett and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats and examine the challenge of consistently outperforming the market. How many active funds do…
Two Decades of Dividends: A Macro Look at S&P High Yield Dividend Aristocrats
What are the key takeaways from the first 20 years of the S&P High Yield Dividend Aristocrats? S&P DJI’s Rupert Watts and State Street Global Advisors’ Colin Ireland explore key lessons and potential applications for S&P HYDA in its 20th anniversary year.
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