Desjardins announces estimated December 2023 cash distributions for Desjardins ETFs
Montreal, December 20, 2023 – Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc. (DGAM), acting as manager and portfolio advisor of the Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), announces today the estimated December 2023 cash distributions for the Desjardins ETFs listed on the TSX. Unitholders of record on December 29, 2023 will receive cash distributions payable in respect of these ETFs on January 8, 2024.
DGAM expects to issue a press release on or about December 28, 2023 to provide the final cash distributions for all ETFs. The cash distribution per unit may vary between December 20, 2023 and December 28, 2023.
Here is a list of the Desjardins ETFs that will pay cash distributions for December 2023 as well as the estimated distribution amount per unit to be paid:
| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated annual distribution per unit ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Desjardins Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF | DCU | 0.0540 |
| Desjardins Canadian Short Term Bond Index ETF | DCS | 0.0647 |
| Desjardins 1-5 year Laddered Canadian Corporate Bond Index ETF | DCC | 0.0589 |
| Desjardins 1-5 year Laddered Canadian Government Bond Index ETF | DCG | 0.0446 |
| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated annual distribution per unit ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Desjardins Canadian Preferred Share Index ETF | DCP | 0.0475 |
| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated annual distribution per unit ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Desjardins RI Canada Multifactor - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF | DRFC | 0.1500 |
| Desjardins RI USA Multifactor - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF | DRFU | - |
| Desjardins RI Developed ex-USA ex-Canada Multifactor - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF | DRFD | - |
| Desjardins RI Emerging Markets Multifactor - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF | DRFE | 0.0516 |
| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated annual distribution per unit ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Desjardins RI Canada - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF | DRMC | 0.1500 |
| Desjardins RI USA - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF | DRMU | 0.1016 |
| Desjardins RI Developed ex-USA ex-Canada - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF | DRMD | - |
| Desjardins RI Emerging Markets - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF | DRME | 0.0547 |
| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated annual distribution per unit ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Desjardins RI Global Multifactor - Fossil Fuel Reserves Free ETF | DRFG | 0.0757 |
| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated annual distribution per unit ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Desjardins RI Active Canadian Bond - Net-Zero Emissions Pathway ETF | DRCU | 0.0652 |
| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated annual distribution per unit ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Desjardins SocieTerra American Equity ETF | DSAE | 0.0136 |
| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated annual distribution per unit ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Desjardins Alt Long/Short Equity Market Neutral ETF | DANC | - |
| Desjardins Alt Long/Short Equity Market Neutral ETF – US$ Hedged Units | DANC.U | 0.11221 |
| Desjardins Alt Long/Short Global Equity Markets ETF – CA$ Hedged Units | DAMG | 0.1500 |
| Desjardins Alt Long/Short Global Equity Markets ETF – US$ Hedged Units | DAMG.U | 0.14681 |
1 Denominated in U.S. dollar.
To obtain additional information about the Desjardins ETFs, visit the manager’s website at www.desjardinsETF.com.
The Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds are not guaranteed, their value fluctuates frequently and their past performance is not indicative of their future returns. Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with an investment in exchange traded funds. Furthermore, the Desjardins Alternative ETFs can invest in asset classes or use investment strategies that are not permitted for other types of mutual funds which may result in amplified gains and losses. Please read the prospectus before investing. Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc. is the manager and portfolio manager of the Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds. The Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds are offered by registered dealers.
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