EFG vs JIG
iShares MSCI EAFE Growth ETF compared with JPMorgan International Growth ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
EFG
iShares MSCI EAFE Growth ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
JIG
JPMorgan International Growth ETF
TTM yield · Annual
Quick take
- JIG yields more today: 1.92% vs 1.58% (forward).
- JIG has grown its payout faster: 51.2%/yr vs 36.4%/yr over the last 3 years.
- EFG pays twice a year; JIG pays once a year.
- Over the last year JIG delivered the higher total return: +21.5% vs +14.7% (price change plus payouts).
- EFG is cheaper to own: 0.34% vs 0.55% expense ratio.
- EFG has the steadier distribution: consistency 49/100 vs 35/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | EFG | JIG |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $124.55 | $85.73 |
| TTM yield | 2.24% | 1.92% |
| Forward yield | 1.58% | 1.92% |
| Annual payout per share | $1.962 | $1.65 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Annual |
| Next ex-date | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) | Dec 12, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.34% | 0.55% |
| 1-year payout growth | +57.5% | +55.8% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +17.5% | — |
| Consecutive years of increases | 4 years | 3 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 49/100 | 35/100 |
| 1-year total return | +14.7% | +21.5% |
| 1-year price return | +12.2% | +19.3% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 17.0B | 520.2M |
| Years paying | 20.7 | 5.7 |
| 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
| EFG | JIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 80.3 | 116.7 |
| Income per year | $158 | $192 |
| Income per month (avg) | $13 | $16 |
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFG Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.981 | Est. |
| EFG Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 28, 2027 | $0.981 | Est. |
| JIG Dec 12, 2026 | Dec 26, 2026 | $1.65 | 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, EFG or JIG?
EFG currently has the higher trailing yield: EFG yields 2.24% and JIG yields 1.92%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do EFG and JIG pay?
EFG pays twice a year and JIG pays once a year. EFG's next ex-date is Dec 14, 2026 and JIG's is Dec 12, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, EFG or JIG?
JIG has grown its payout faster: 51.2%/yr vs 36.4%/yr over the last 3 years.
Is EFG or JIG better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. EFG and JIG 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.