AIA vs EPP
iShares Asia 50 ETF compared with iShares MSCI Pacific ex Japan ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
AIA
iShares Asia 50 ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
EPP
iShares MSCI Pacific ex Japan ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
Quick take
- EPP yields more today: 2.83% vs 0.72% (forward).
- AIA has grown its payout faster: 13.1%/yr vs 9.9%/yr over the last 5 years.
- Both pay twice a year.
- AIA has the longer streak of annual increases: 5 years vs 4.
- Over the last year AIA delivered the higher total return: +71.9% vs +16.7% (price change plus payouts).
- EPP is cheaper to own: 0.47% vs 0.50% expense ratio.
- EPP has the steadier distribution: consistency 71/100 vs 52/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | AIA | EPP |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $143.74 | $58.30 |
| TTM yield | 1.49% | 3.21% |
| Forward yield | 0.72% | 2.83% |
| Annual payout per share | $1.03 | $1.648 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Semi-annual |
| Next ex-date | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.50% | 0.47% |
| 1-year payout growth | -8.0% | +2.4% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +13.1% | +9.9% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 5 years | 4 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 52/100 | 71/100 |
| 1-year total return | +71.9% | +16.7% |
| 1-year price return | +69.4% | +13.1% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 5.2B | 2.3B |
| Years paying | 18.7 | 23.7 |
| Sector / category | Pacific/Asia ex-Japan Stk | Pacific/Asia ex-Japan Stk |
✓ marks the more favourable figure where one exists (higher yield, growth, streak, consistency, return and size; lower cost, payout ratio and risk).
$10,000 invested today
| AIA | EPP | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 69.6 | 171.5 |
| Income per year | $72 | $283 |
| Income per month (avg) | $6 | $24 |
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIA Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 19, 2026 | $0.515 | Est. |
| AIA Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 19, 2027 | $0.515 | Est. |
| EPP Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.824 | Est. |
| EPP Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 28, 2027 | $0.824 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
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Regular payments only; the current year is year to date. Per-share amounts are not directly comparable when share prices differ, so read this chart for growth trends.
FAQ
Which has the higher dividend yield, AIA or EPP?
EPP currently has the higher trailing yield: AIA yields 1.49% and EPP yields 3.21%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do AIA and EPP pay?
AIA pays twice a year and EPP pays twice a year. AIA's next ex-date is Dec 14, 2026 and EPP's is Dec 14, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, AIA or EPP?
AIA has grown its payout faster: 13.1%/yr vs 9.9%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is AIA or EPP better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. AIA and EPP differ in yield, growth, payment schedule and risk profile; the table above puts every metric side by side so you can weigh them for your own goals. This page is data, not advice.