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IQDFvsFRGNETF Comparison

ETF 1
IQDF

FlexShares International Quality Dividend Index Fund ETF

This fund is part of
Global Large Cap
+0.3%
VS
ETF 2
FRGN

Horizon International Equity ETF

This fund is part of
Options Strategies
+0.11%

FlexShares International Quality Dividend Index Fund ETF (IQDF) belongs to the Global Large Cap segment. Horizon International Equity ETF (FRGN) is part of the Options Strategies segment. IQDF's top 3 sector exposures are Financials, Information Technology and Industrials. In contrast, FRGN's top sector exposures are Information Technology, Financials and Industrials. IQDF is less expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.49%, versus 0.75% for FRGN. IQDF is up 10.4% year-to-date (YTD) with +$59M in YTD flows. FRGN performs better with 14.34% YTD performance, and -$3M in YTD flows. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of IQDF and FRGN below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.

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IQDF vs FRGN performance and flow charts

Performance

-2.00.02.04.06.08.0%Apr 1Apr 9Apr 16Apr 23Apr 30

Cumulative Flows

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Historic performance and flows
Data as of 05/01/2026
1M3MYTD1Y3Y5Y
Perf.
IQDF
FRGN
+4.78%+7.70%
+3.95%+6.12%
+10.40%+14.34%
+36.35%n/a
+74.74%n/a
+64.30%n/a
Flows
IQDF
FRGN
--
+$34M-$3M
+$59M-$3M
+$196M-
+$237M-
+$300M-
Volatility and drawdown
3M1Y3Y5Y
Volatility
IQDF
FRGN
+17.40%+21.62%
+11.76%n/a
+12.83%n/a
+13.58%n/a
Max drawdown
IQDF
FRGN
-9.13%-11.40%
-9.13%n/a
-13.00%n/a
-29.71%n/a
Max drawdown duration
IQDF
FRGN
64d65d
64dn/a
42dn/a
980dn/a
Trading data

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IQDF
FRGN
Last sale
5/4/2026 at 3:47 PM
$33.33
$29.55
Previous close
05/01/2026
$33.55
$29.64
Consolidated volume
05/01/2026
Average volume
30 days
Average discount or premium
30 days
Average Bid/Ask spread
30 days
Replication quality
Data as of April 30, 2026
1-year trailing difference

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FRGN
is actively managed and doesn’t replicate an index

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Tracking error
Tracking difference
1 year cumulative return difference
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Main metrics
Last update 5/4/2026 at 3:47 PM
Live
Closed
IQDF
FRGN
Last price
$33.33
$29.55
1D performance
-0.66%
-0.30%
AuM$1.10 B$94.02 M
E/R0.49%0.75%
Characteristics
IQDF
FRGN
Management strategyPassiveActive
ProviderFlexSharesHorizon Investments
BenchmarkNorthern Trust International Quality Dividend Index-
N° of holdings163399
Asset classEquities-
Trailing 12m distribution yield
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Inception dateApril 12, 2013December 3, 2025
ESGNoNo
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Exposure

Countries

IQDF
Japan
10.84%
Taiwan
9.02%
United Kingdom
7.5%
Other
72.64%
FRGN
Japan
12.18%
Republic of Korea
11.14%
United Kingdom
10.02%
Canada
9.49%
Taiwan
7.57%
Other
49.6%

Sectors

IQDF
Financials
21.94%
Information Techn.
12.72%
Industrials
10.94%
Energy
8.4%
Materials
7.9%
Other
38.11%
FRGN
Information Techn.
24.02%
Financials
14.5%
Industrials
10.46%
Energy
8.66%
Health Care
8.42%
Materials
7.66%
Other
26.29%
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Diversification

IQDF

Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15

21.59%
FRGN

Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15

29.53%

Top 15 holdings

Data as of March 31, 2026
IQDF
TWN SEMICONT MAN
3.63%
CH1499059983
1.80%
TOKYO ELECTRON
1.57%
ADVANTEST
1.46%
NOVARTIS
1.41%
EQUINOR
1.36%
ENEL GLOBAL TRADING
1.34%
BHP GROUP LTD
1.31%
DK0062498333
1.21%
TOTALENERGIES SE
1.16%
SAMSUNG ELECTR
1.11%
NESTLE SA
1.11%
MEDIATEK INC
1.05%
ASML HOLDING
1.04%
ROYAL BK CANADA
1.02%
FRGN
TWN SEMICONT MAN
4.00%
SAMSUNG ELECTR
3.98%
ASML HOLDING
3.51%
SK HYNIX
3.48%
NOVARTIS
2.34%
SHELL PLC
1.59%
ASTRAZENECA
1.53%
TORONTO DOMINION
1.49%
TOTALENERGIES SE
1.42%
ALIBABA GROUP HOLDING LTD
1.31%
AGNICO EAGLE MINES LTD
1.06%
GSK PLC
1.05%
RIO TINTO
1.03%
CDN NATURAL RESOURCE
0.88%
DEUTSCHE TELEKOM AG
0.86%
Frequently asked questions about IQDF and FRGN

How have the IQDF and FRGN ETFs performed in 2026?

As of May 1, 2026, IQDF is up 10.4% year-to-date (YTD), while FRGN has returned 14.34%. That puts FRGN better performer ahead so far this year.

Which ETF is attracting more investor money: IQDF or FRGN?

Year-to-date, the IQDF ETF saw +$59M in flows, compared to -$3M for FRGN.

Which ETF is bigger: IQDF or FRGN?

As of May 1, 2026, IQDF holds $1.10 B in assets under management (AUM), while FRGN manages $94.02 M.

What sectors do the IQDF and FRGN ETFs invest in?

IQDF leans toward sectors like Financials, Information Technology and Industrials. Meanwhile, FRGN focuses on Information Technology, Financials and Industrials.

What are the top holdings of the IQDF ETF and FRGN ETF?

IQDF top holdings include TWN SEMICONT MAN, CH1499059983 and TOKYO ELECTRON. FRGN holds in its top three: TWN SEMICONT MAN, SAMSUNG ELECTR and ASML HOLDING.

Which ETF is more diversified: IQDF or FRGN?

IQDF holds 176 securities with 21.59% of its assets in the top 15. FRGN has 434 securities and a top 15 weight of 29.53%.

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