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FlexShares International Quality Dividend Index Fund ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.21% | +7.49% | +5.93% | +33.84% | +76.73% | +62.94% |
| Flows | +$30M | +$77M | +$59M | +$231M | +$244M | +$318M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +13.33% | +14.12% | +12.48% | +13.33% |
Max drawdown | -7.07% | -13.00% | -13.00% | -29.71% |
Max drawdown duration | 13d | 42d | 42d | 980d |
Time to recover | N/A | 23d | 23d | 497d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 194
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The FlexShares International Quality Dividend Index Fund ETF is built to track the Northern Trust International Quality Dividend Net Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).
This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Provider | FlexShares |
| N° of holdings | 194 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 12, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is IQDF?
IQDF is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by FlexShares.
What index does IQDF track?
IQDF tracks the Northern Trust International Quality Dividend Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does IQDF invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large Cap Global Equities. It is part of the segment: Global Large Cap.
What is the expense ratio of IQDF?
The total expense ratio (TER) of IQDF is 0.49%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was IQDF launched?
IQDF was launched on April 12, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of IQDF?
IQDF is issued by FlexShares.
What is the AUM of IQDF?
As of March 11, 2026, IQDF manages $1.06 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has IQDF performed recently?
As of March 11, 2026, IQDF delivered a return of -4.21% over the past month (1M performance), 7.49% over the past three months (3M), and 5.93% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for IQDF?
As of March 11, 2026, IQDF has seen net flows of +$30M in the past month (1M flow) and +$59M year-to-date (YTD).
Does IQDF pay dividends?
As of March 11, 2026, IQDF has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.09%.
How many holdings are in IQDF
As of January 31, 2026, IQDF holds 194 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is IQDF?
As of January 31, 2026, IQDF holds 194 securities, with 22.76% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of IQDF?
As of January 31, 2026, IQDF holds a portfolio of 194 underlyings, with its largest positions including TWN SEMICONT MAN, ROCHE and HSBC HOLDINGS. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does IQDF invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, IQDF has its largest geographic exposures in Japan, Taiwan and United Kingdom.
What sectors or themes does IQDF focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, IQDF is primarily exposed to Financials, Information Technology and Industrials.
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