DIA

DIA typically distributes dividends on a quarterly basis. These dividends are paid from the income generated by the underlying stocks in the ETF’s portfolio.

Similar ETFs to DIA include the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY), which tracks the S&P 500 Index, and the iShares Dow Jones U.S. ETF (IYY), which offers exposure to a broader range of U.S. stocks. These ETFs provide different exposures to the U.S. stock market.

Yes, DIA can be held in retirement accounts such as IRAs or 401(k)s. It is a suitable choice for investors looking to gain exposure to the large-cap segment of the U.S. stock market.

Key performance metrics for DIA include its net asset value (NAV), expense ratio, total return, and tracking error. NAV represents the per-share value of the ETF, the expense ratio indicates the cost of managing the fund, total return measures overall performance including dividends, and tracking error shows how closely DIA follows the DJIA.

DIA includes companies that are part of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, featuring 30 large-cap, blue-chip companies from various sectors including technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and industrials. Major holdings often include well-known companies such as Apple, Microsoft, and Johnson & Johnson.

DIA is managed by State Street Global Advisors. The fund seeks to replicate the performance of the Dow Jones Industrial Average by holding the same 30 stocks in the same proportions as the index. Management involves periodic rebalancing to ensure the ETF remains in line with the index.

Dividends paid by the underlying stocks in DIA are collected and distributed to ETF shareholders. Investors can choose to receive dividends in cash or reinvest them to purchase additional shares of DIA.

As of the latest update, DIA has an expense ratio of approximately 0.16%. This fee is deducted from the fund’s assets and covers the cost of managing the ETF.

Historically, DIA has shown performance that closely mirrors the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Long-term performance trends reflect the movements of the DJIA, though investors should review historical data to understand performance over different periods.

Yes, investing in DIA carries risks such as market risk and sector risk. Since DIA tracks the DJIA, its performance can be influenced by the overall market and the specific large-cap companies within the index. Additionally, the concentration in just 30 stocks means the ETF may be less diversified compared to broader indices.