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SmartETFs Asia Pacific Dividend Builder ETF(ADIV)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ADIV
09/16/2026: ADIV (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
SmartETFs Asia Pacific Dividend Builder ETF (ADIV) provides active exposure to dividend-paying companies across the Asia-Pacific region, prioritizing dividend growth and company quality. Its primary strengths are its active selection process, which aims to avoid low-quality traps, and its thematic focus on income sustainability. The fund is best suited as a specialized holding for long-term income-oriented investors looking to diversify outside of US markets. Investors must monitor currency risks, regional geopolitical tensions, and the fund's relatively high expense ratio compared to passive peers. It is an appropriate choice for those seeking a quality-focused, active approach to Asia-Pacific equities.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The fund focuses on dividend growth rather than pure capital appreciation, which may underperform aggressive growth strategies. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The fund's focus on long-term dividend stability is generally at odds with the fast-paced, trend-following nature of momentum investing. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The emphasis on fundamental quality and dividend sustainability aligns well with the principles of value investing. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | The fund is specifically designed for investors seeking sustainable income streams from the Asia-Pacific region. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While dividends provide a cushion, international equity market risks and currency volatility mean it is not a 'low-risk' investment. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
An investor seeking income and regional diversification who prefers active management and believes in the long-term potential of Asia-Pacific companies.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term investors willing to tolerate the volatility of international markets for the potential of superior, quality-driven returns.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | International equities, particularly in Asia, are susceptible to higher volatility than domestic US markets. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund is subject to regional economic conditions, geopolitical events, and currency fluctuations in the Asia-Pacific region. |
| Concentration | Medium | The portfolio focuses on specific dividend-paying segments, which may lead to sector or country weightings that deviate significantly from broad market indices. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | Higher management fees compared to passive ETFs create a performance hurdle that the active strategy must overcome. |
| Liquidity | Medium / high | Low trading volume can lead to wider spreads and difficulty executing large trades without moving the market price. |
| Business/sector quality | Low | The fund mitigates this risk by explicitly selecting companies with high quality and strong balance sheets. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
ADIV exhibits volatility typical of emerging and developed international markets, amplified by its active, concentrated selection process.
Market Risk
The fund is highly sensitive to the economic health of Asia-Pacific nations, regional regulatory changes, and global trade dynamics.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Developed Asia-Pacific Markets (Japan, Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore) | 75 | This provides core exposure to established economies with a history of corporate dividend payouts. |
| Geography | Emerging Asia-Pacific Markets (e.g., Taiwan, South Korea, China) | 20 | These markets offer higher growth potential and diverse dividend opportunities but carry increased regulatory and currency risks. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 5 | Cash holdings are maintained for liquidity needs and to facilitate opportunistic stock purchases. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 10.35% | Avg. Invested days 53 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Sep 16, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $54.82M |
| Issuer | Guinness Atkinson |
| Expense Ratio | 0.7799999999999999% |
| Distribution Yield | 2.69% |
| Inception | Mar 31, 2006 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +11.11% |
| 1 Year | +9.20% |
| 3 Year | +18.83% |
| 5 Year | +8.72% |
| 10 Year | +9.39% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 14.29% |
| 3Y Volatility | 12.45% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 1.13 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mega Cap | 36.40% |
| Large Cap | 32.06% |
| Mid Cap | 27.61% |
| Small Cap | 2.36% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 37.26% |
| Technology | 22.75% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 16.14% |
| Real Estate | 7.69% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 12.39x |
| Portfolio P/B | 1.39x |
| Portfolio P/S | 1.34x |
| Holdings Turnover | 11.56% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| DBS Group Holdings | 3.77% |
| Korean Reinsu | 3.58% |
| Industrial and Commercial Bank of China | 3.53% |
| China Construction Bank | 3.52% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing | 3.22% |
Upturn AI Summary
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