A side-by-side comparison of iShares Select Dividend ETF (DVY) and VictoryShares Free Cash Flow ETF (VFLO) to help Canadian investors make an informed decision.
1-Year Performance
Normalised to 100 at the start — shows relative return over the trailing 12 months.
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Metric | DVY | VFLO |
|---|---|---|
| YTD Return | +6.66% | +17.04%✓ |
| 1-Day Change | +0.20%✓ | +0.04% |
| 1-Week Change | +0.52%✓ | -1.49% |
| 1-Month Change | +4.67%✓ | -0.25% |
| Current Price | $162.59 | $52.77 |
| AUM | $23.68B✓ | $12.50B |
| MER (Expense Ratio) | 0.36%✓ | 0.39% |
| Dividend Yield | 3.15%✓ | 1.03% |
| Distribution Frequency | — | — |
| Inception Date | 2003-11-03 | 2023-06-21 |
| Holdings Count | 98 | 49 |
| MorningStar Rating | — | — |
| Category | US Small & Mid Cap Equity | US Small & Mid Cap Equity |
| Beta | 0.51 | 0.83 |
| 52-Week High | $165.85 | $56.15 |
| 52-Week Low | $132.51 | $36.24 |
| 50-Day MA | $158.91 | $53.43 |
| 200-Day MA | $156.53 | $46.61 |
✓ marks the better value for return/yield/AUM metrics. Lower ✓ for MER.
Annualised Returns
| Period | DVY | VFLO |
|---|---|---|
| YTD | +6.66% | +17.04%✓ |
| 1 Year | +20.73% | +42.28%✓ |
| 3 Year | +20.24% | +28.66%✓ |
| 5 Year | +9.95% | — |
| 10 Year | +10.97% | — |
| 1Y Volatility | 12.38% | 20.91% |
| Sharpe Ratio (3Y) | 1.16 | 1.45 |
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.
Top 10 Holdings
| 1 | PFE | Pfizer Inc | 2.34% |
| 2 | MO | Altria Group | 2.33% |
| 3 | PRU | Prudential Financial, Inc. | 2.13% |
| 4 | HPQ | HP Inc | 2.16% |
| 5 | TROW | T. Rowe Price Group Inc | 2.05% |
| 6 | TGT | Target Corporation | 1.70% |
| 7 | VZ | Verizon Communications Inc | 1.67% |
| 8 | OKE | ONEOK Inc | 1.63% |
| 9 | KMB | Kimberly-Clark Corporation | 1.72% |
| 10 | BBY | Best Buy Co. Inc | 1.62% |
| 1 | ACN | Accenture plc | 5.29% |
| 2 | CNC | Centene Corp | 3.69% |
| 3 | MPC | Marathon Petroleum Corp | 3.38% |
| 4 | INTU | Intuit Inc | 3.49% |
| 5 | ADBE | Adobe Inc. | 3.25% |
| 6 | MU | Micron Technology Inc | 3.30% |
| 7 | EXPE | Expedia Group Inc. | 2.84% |
| 8 | CI | The Cigna Group | 2.90% |
| 9 | EOG | EOG Resources Inc | 2.52% |
| 10 | PSX | Phillips 66 | 2.57% |
Sector Weights
| Sector | DVY | VFLO |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Materials | 1.90% | 5.41% |
| Communication Services | 5.44% | 6.28% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 10.50% | 6.80% |
| Consumer Defensive | 13.60% | 1.01% |
| Energy | 9.65% | 22.27% |
| Financial Services | 25.01% | 0.02% |
| Healthcare | 5.69% | 18.46% |
| Industrials | 1.88% | 2.57% |
| Real Estate | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Technology | 2.96% | 34.58% |
| Utilities | 23.38% | 2.45% |
About DVY
The fund seeks to track the investment results of the underlying index, which measures the performance of the U.S.'s leading stocks by dividend yield. Dividend yield is calculated using a stock's indicated annual dividend (not including any special dividends) divided by its price. The underlying index is composed of 100 of the highest dividend-yielding securities (excluding REITs) in the Dow Jones U.S. Index, a broad-based index representative of the total market for U.S. equity securities.
About VFLO
Under normal circumstances, the fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing at least 80% of its assets in securities in the index. The index provider constructs the index in accordance with a rules-based methodology that selects 50 companies from the S-Network U.S. Equity Large/Mid-Cap 1000 Index. The fund generally seeks to track the returns of the index before fees and expenses by employing a replication strategy that seeks to hold all the stocks in the index.
Which ETF is Right for You?
Both DVY and VFLO are listed on Canadian exchanges and accessible through most Canadian brokerages including Questrade, Wealthsimple Trade, TD Direct, and Interactive Brokers.
Based on the available data, DVY scores higher across our tracked metrics including YTD performance, dividend yield, and AUM — though both ETFs warrant individual research before investing.
- Consider your account type (TFSA, RRSP, non-registered) as it can affect dividend taxation.
- Compare management expense ratios (MER) directly on each provider's website.
- Look at average daily trading volume to assess liquidity.
- Review the fund's underlying index and holdings to ensure the exposure matches your goals.
This is not financial advice. Always do your own research or consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DVY and VFLO?
DVY (iShares Select Dividend ETF) and VFLO (VictoryShares Free Cash Flow ETF) are both Canadian-listed ETFs. Key differences include their AUM ($23.68B vs $12.50B), dividend yield (3.15% vs 1.03%), and year-to-date performance (+6.66% vs +17.04%).
Is DVY better than VFLO?
There is no single "better" ETF — it depends on your investment goals. If you prioritise dividends, compare both yields and choose based on your income needs. Always review the fund's prospectus and consider your tax situation.
Can I buy DVY and VFLO on Wealthsimple?
Most Canadian-listed ETFs are available on Wealthsimple Trade commission-free. Both DVY and VFLO should be accessible. Check Wealthsimple's supported tickers list to confirm availability.
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