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Core Insights - The ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG) focuses on ex-U.S. dividend-paying equities, primarily in developed markets, with a significant emphasis on European nations [1][2]. Summary by Sections ETF Overview - IDOG has a total asset value of $394.22 million and employs a dividend yield strategy, heavily weighted towards European equities, with only four non-European countries making up less than 30% of the portfolio [2]. Dividend Contribution - Over the past 40 years, dividends have contributed nearly 39% to the annualized total return of MSCI Europe, compared to just under 22% for MSCI North America and just over 41% for MSCI Pacific [3]. Dividend Yield and Growth - IDOG's trailing 12-month dividend yield stands at 4.08%, significantly higher than many domestic-focused ETFs, reflecting Europe's historically higher dividend yields [4]. - Dividends from companies in the MSCI Europe index are projected to reach approximately EUR 440 billion in 2024, increasing to EUR 459 billion in 2025 (a 4% year-on-year growth), and forecasted to be around EUR 496 billion in 2026 (up 13% from 2024) [5]. Regional Dividend Dynamics - Dividend growth and yields vary across regions, with Japan being the largest non-European exposure in IDOG, showing promising dividend growth [6]. - Germany, as the largest economy in the eurozone and a significant component of IDOG, is expected to see dividends rise from around EUR 57 billion in 2024 to approximately EUR 63 billion in 2025, potentially reaching EUR 70 billion in 2026 [7].