Oct. 19, 2025 9:14 AM ETiShares International Dividend Growth ETF (IGRO)LVHI, IGROAMO Research266 FollowersiShares International Dividend Growth ETF is rated a hold due to portfolio flaws and the availability of superior alternatives like LVHI.IGRO's backward-looking dividend growth strategy lacks quality screens, resulting in higher volatility, sector/geographic concentration, and underperformance versus LVHI.LVHI outperforms IGRO on risk-adjusted returns, yield, and liquidity, making it a more compelling choice for global ex-US dividend exposure.IGRO's current positioning is not well-suited for the tense macro environment; better options exist for resilient income and risk mitigation.ismagilov/iStock via Getty ImagesIn the field of international (excluding the United States) equity exposure, for many investors based in the U.S., as this is mainly a way to get diversification against a portfolio relying too much on the U.S., defensive dividend strategies areThis article was written byAMO Research266 FollowersI am a dynamic finance professional with a Master’s in Banking & Finance from Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. My investing background mix corporate finance, M&A, and investment analysis, with a focus on real estate, renewable energy, and equity markets. I specialize in financial modelling, valuation, and qualitative analysis, demonstrated with hands-on roles in private equity, asset management and Real Estate. On Seeking Alpha, I aim to write about companies I find interesting sharing my insights and analysis with a global audience, and to debate my ideas in a will of continuous improvement. Motivated by empowering informed decisions, I’m excited to connect with readers and grow as a thought leader in finance.Analyst’s Disclosure:I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.Comments