DNL vs EFG
WisdomTree Global ex-U.S. Quality Growth Fund compared with iShares MSCI EAFE Growth ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
DNL
WisdomTree Global ex-U.S. Quality Growth Fund
TTM yield · Quarterly
EFG
iShares MSCI EAFE Growth ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
Quick take
- EFG yields more today: 1.58% vs 1.47% (forward).
- EFG has grown its payout faster: 17.5%/yr vs -4.7%/yr over the last 5 years.
- DNL pays every quarter; EFG pays twice a year.
- Over the last year DNL delivered the higher total return: +20.0% vs +14.7% (price change plus payouts).
- EFG is cheaper to own: 0.34% vs 0.42% expense ratio.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | DNL | EFG |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $46.29 | $124.55 |
| TTM yield | 1.28% | 2.24% |
| Forward yield | 1.47% | 1.58% |
| Annual payout per share | $0.68 | $1.962 |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly | Semi-annual |
| Next ex-date | Sep 24, 2026 (est.) | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.42% | 0.34% |
| 1-year payout growth | -27.7% | +57.5% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | -4.7% | +17.5% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 1 year | 4 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 50/100 | 49/100 |
| 1-year total return | +20.0% | +14.7% |
| 1-year price return | +18.5% | +12.2% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 498.6M | 17.0B |
| Years paying | 19.7 | 20.7 |
| Sector / category | Foreign Large Growth | Foreign Large Growth |
✓ 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
| DNL | EFG | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 216.0 | 80.3 |
| Income per year | $147 | $158 |
| Income per month (avg) | $12 | $13 |
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNL Sep 24, 2026 | Oct 8, 2026 | $0.17 | Est. |
| DNL Dec 24, 2026 | Jan 7, 2027 | $0.17 | Est. |
| DNL Mar 25, 2027 | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.17 | Est. |
| EFG Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.981 | Est. |
| EFG Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 28, 2027 | $0.981 | 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, DNL or EFG?
EFG currently has the higher trailing yield: DNL yields 1.28% and EFG yields 2.24%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do DNL and EFG pay?
DNL pays every quarter and EFG pays twice a year. DNL's next ex-date is Sep 24, 2026 and EFG's is Dec 14, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, DNL or EFG?
EFG has grown its payout faster: 17.5%/yr vs -4.7%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is DNL or EFG better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. DNL and EFG 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.