Top 10 Dividend and Distribution-Paying ETFs

The best ETFs for 2025 providing strong dividends and distributions


Quick Definition: Dividend and distribution-paying ETFs are exchange-traded funds that invest in a portfolio of dividend-paying stocks or other income-generating assets, distributing these earnings to shareholders.

The top 10 dividend and distribution-paying ETFs for 2025 are selected for their high yields, low expense ratios, and diversified portfolios. These ETFs provide income-focused investors with reliable cash flow, reduced risk through diversification, and the potential for long-term growth, making them a cornerstone for passive income strategies.

# Ticker Name Yield (%)
1 FEPI ETF Opportunities Trust REX FANG & Innovation Equity Premium Income ETF 25.27%
2 SPYD SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF 4.42%
3 IQDF FlexShares International Quality Dividend ETF 3.98%
4 IDOG ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF 3.98%
5 IQDY FlexShares International Quality Dividend Dynamic Index Fund 3.81%
6 SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF 3.79%
7 EYLD Cambria Emerging Shareholder Yield ETF 3.73%
8 VYMI Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF 3.28%
9 FDVV Fidelity High Dividend ETF 2.69%
10 VYM Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF 2.38%

Yields are subject to change and not guaranteed.