Home/News Feed/Vanguard’s international dividend ETF rises 18% in 2026, boosted by a weaker dollar and growing payouts.
The Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF (VYMI) has gained 18.13% year-to-date in 2026, driven by rising foreign dividend payments and a weaker U.S. dollar converting those dividends into more dollars. The fund’s distribution is growing, with the largest quarterly payout in June 2026 and a diversified portfolio across sectors and countries, making its income stream relatively safe. However, the main risk remains currency fluctuations, as a stronger dollar would reduce U.S. dollar distributions. Investors choosing VYMI favor total return and diversification over higher yields from U.S. Treasury bonds.
