NEW YORK, March 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Global X
Funds, the New York-based provider
of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), today launched the Global X
SuperDividend® Emerging Markets ETF (SDEM) on the NYSE Arca and the
Global X SuperDividend® REIT ETF (SRET) on the NASDAQ Stock
Exchange.
Both funds come as a result of strong investor interest in
Global X's 'Super Family' of income-focused ETFs. The growing suite
with over $1.5 billion in assets
includes the Global X SuperDividend® (SDIV), Global X
SuperDividend® U.S. (DIV) and the Global X SuperIncome Preferred
(SPFF) ETFs. The two new funds are designed to include more focused
exposure to high dividend payers by specific geography and asset
class type. The funds utilize variants of the 'Super'
methodology, created to access the highest yielding dividend payers
in each segment.
SDEM provides exposure to 50 of the highest dividend paying
equities in the emerging markets. Eligible countries include
Brazil, Chile, China,
Colombia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru,
Philippines, Poland, Qatar, Russia, South
Africa, Thailand,
Turkey, and United Arab Emirates. To qualify as a holding,
dividends must have been paid consistently in each of the last two
years.
SRET will access 30 of the highest dividend yielding REITs in
the world with features to reduce volatility. The index screens for
the 60 highest yielding REITs, but then selects the 30 that
demonstrated the lowest recent volatility.
"At a time of continued low interest rates, income-seekers are
in need of alternative sources for yield," said Bruno del Ama, chief executive officer of Global
X Funds. "Investors have come to rely on Global X's SuperDividend®
Family of ETFs to deliver innovative solutions for income."
ABOUT GLOBAL X FUNDS
Global X is a New York-based
sponsor of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), offering access to
investment opportunities across global markets. Founded in 2008,
Global X is recognized by individual and institutional investors
for its suite of income, international, commodity and alternative
funds. With over 40 funds available across U.S. and foreign
exchanges, Global X is one of the fastest growing issuers of ETFs.
For more information, please visit www.globalxfunds.com.
Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of
principal. International investments may involve risk of
capital loss from unfavorable fluctuation in currency values, from
differences in generally accepted accounting principles, or from
economic or political instability in other nations. Emerging
markets involve heightened risks related to the same factors as
well as increased volatility and lower trading volume. Real estate
is highly sensitive to general and local economic conditions and
developments, and characterized by intense competition and periodic
overbuilding. Many real estate companies, including REITs, utilize
leverage (and some may be highly leveraged), which increases risk
and could adversely affect a real estate company's operations and
market value in periods of rising interest rates. There is no
guarantee that dividends will be paid. Narrowly focused investments
typically exhibit higher volatility. High yielding stocks are
often speculative, high risk investments. These companies can be
paying out more than they can support and may reduce their
dividends or stop paying dividends at any time, which could have a
material adverse effect on the stock price of these companies and
the Fund`s performance.
Carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risk
factors, charges and expenses before investing. This and additional
information can be found in the Funds' prospectus, which may be
obtained by calling 1-888-GX-FUND-1 (1.888.493.8631), or
by visiting www.globalxfunds.com. Read the prospectus
carefully before investing.
Global X Management Company, LLC serves as an advisor to the
Global X Funds. The Funds are distributed by SEI Investments
Distribution Co., which is not affiliated with Global X Management
Company or any of its affiliates.
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