Other funds to consider for developed markets ex-U.S. exposure include the Dimensional International High Profitability ETF (DIHP) and the VictoryShares International High Div Volatility Wtd ETF (CID). IDOG applies the "dogs of the Dow" theory on a sector-by-sector basis using the S-Network Developed Markets (ex-Americas) Index as its starting universe of eligible securities. Due to the equal weighting structure, the fund offers exposure to energy and financials, among other sectors known to outperform during periods of inflation and rising rates.