SPDR S&P Emerging Markets Dividend ETF Price & Performance (EDIV)

The Evolve S&P 500 Enhanced Yield Fund has announced its April 2025 dividend, continuing its monthly payout schedule with a yield of 7.35%. The fund’s covered call strategy helps buffer market volatility, providing steady income for investors. Distributions for April will be paid on May 7 to holders as of April 30.1

SPDR S&P Global Dividend ETF reported a 5-day decline of 0.03% but remains up 7.52% year-to-date. The ETF, tracking global dividend aristocrats, maintains a 0.40% expense ratio and focuses on high-dividend equities worldwide. Assets under management have slightly decreased to €177 million since last month.2

Dividend yield and minimum volatility strategies outpaced the broader market last month, according to recent ETF performance data. Quality and momentum factors lagged, highlighting a shift toward defensive income-generating investments as market uncertainty persists. This trend underscores investors’ preference for stability and reliable payouts during turbulent periods.3