EFV vs VIDI
iShares MSCI EAFE Value ETF compared with Vident International Equity Strategy ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
EFV
iShares MSCI EAFE Value ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
VIDI
Vident International Equity Strategy ETF
TTM yield · Quarterly
Quick take
- VIDI yields more today: 4.93% vs 4.93% (forward).
- EFV has grown its payout faster: 19.2%/yr vs 12.6%/yr over the last 5 years.
- EFV pays twice a year; VIDI pays every quarter.
- Over the last year VIDI delivered the higher total return: +37.6% vs +29.4% (price change plus payouts).
- EFV is cheaper to own: 0.31% vs 0.61% expense ratio.
- EFV has the steadier distribution: consistency 57/100 vs 28/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | EFV | VIDI |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $82.97 | $41.59 |
| TTM yield | 4.40% | 3.73% |
| Forward yield | 4.93% | 4.93% |
| Annual payout per share | $4.088 | $2.052 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Quarterly |
| Next ex-date | Dec 14, 2026 (est.) | Sep 15, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.31% | 0.61% |
| 1-year payout growth | +60.6% | +20.4% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +19.2% | +12.6% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 1 year | 0 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 57/100 | 28/100 |
| 1-year total return | +29.4% | +37.6% |
| 1-year price return | +23.9% | +32.7% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 31.7B | 459.5M |
| Years paying | 20.7 | 12.7 |
| Sector / category | Foreign Large Value | Foreign Large Value |
✓ 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
| EFV | VIDI | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 120.5 | 240.4 |
| Income per year | $493 | $493 |
| Income per month (avg) | $41 | $41 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model EFV · Model VIDI
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFV Dec 14, 2026 | Dec 28, 2026 | $2.044 | Est. |
| EFV Jun 14, 2027 | Jun 28, 2027 | $2.044 | Est. |
| VIDI Sep 15, 2026 | Sep 29, 2026 | $0.513 | Est. |
| VIDI Dec 15, 2026 | Dec 29, 2026 | $0.513 | Est. |
| VIDI Mar 16, 2027 | Mar 30, 2027 | $0.513 | 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, EFV or VIDI?
EFV currently has the higher trailing yield: EFV yields 4.40% and VIDI yields 3.73%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do EFV and VIDI pay?
EFV pays twice a year and VIDI pays every quarter. EFV's next ex-date is Dec 14, 2026 and VIDI's is Sep 15, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, EFV or VIDI?
EFV has grown its payout faster: 19.2%/yr vs 12.6%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is EFV or VIDI better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. EFV and VIDI 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.