The Keeley Dividend ETF (KDVD) is an actively managed, fully transparent ETF seeking long-term capital appreciation and current income by investing primarily in dividend-paying U.S. equities. The strategy focuses on small- and mid-cap companies: an underutilized and often overlooked segment of the market that historically offers higher yields, lower valuations, and stronger domestic growth exposure.
KDVD invests across the full dividend spectrum, from companies with modest payouts and high reinvestment opportunities to steady growers and established high yielders. Guided by Gabelli’s research-driven investment philosophy and supported by a team of 50+ sector specialists, the portfolio focuses on fundamentals, cash-flow durability, and the sustainability of each company’s dividend.
Investment Objective
KDVD seeks capital appreciation and current income.
Important Disclosures
Shares of this ETF are bought and sold at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the fund.
Buying or selling ETF shares may require additional fees such as brokerage commissions, which will reduce returns.
These additional risks may be even greater in bad or uncertain market conditions.
Dividend paying stocks do not assure a profit or guarantee against a loss. Companies may choose to stop paying dividends at their own discretion.
Why Invest
A Distinctive Approach to Dividends: KDVD invests in small- and mid-cap dividend payers: a part of the market that is both overlooked and historically more attractively valued. Most dividend ETFs concentrate in large caps or follow rigid, rules based index screens while KDVD brings a fully transparent, actively managed approach designed to complement existing dividend allocations.
Flexibility Across the Dividend Spectrum: Rather than focusing solely on high yield or pure dividend growth, KDVD evaluates companies across four dividend profiles: Attractive, Solid-Steady, Growers, and High-Yield. This flexibility helps the portfolio source income, capture dividend growth, and lean into valuation opportunities as market conditions shift.
Experienced Leadership + Deep Research: Portfolio Managers Tom Browne and Brian Leonard have managed dividend strategies together for over 16 years and are supported by Gabelli’s platform of 50+ sector-focused research analysts. Their bottom-up, fundamental research process emphasizes businesses with durable cash flows, improving fundamentals, and sustainable capital return practices.
How To Invest
Individuals
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Mr. Leonard joined Gabelli in May 2025 following the acquisition of former affiliate Keeley Teton by Gabelli. Prior to that, he served as a Portfolio Manager for Keeley Teton Advisors and its predecessor, Keeley Asset Management Corp. (“KAMCO”). He has managed the Small Cap Dividend Value and Mid-Cap Dividend Value strategies since their inception in… More
Thomas E. Browne, Jr., CFA
Portfolio Manager
Mr. Browne joined Gabelli in May 2025 upon the acquisition of former affiliate Keeley Teton by Gabelli. Prior to that date, Mr. Browne served as a Portfolio Manager for Keeley Teton Advisors and its predecessor Keeley Asset Management Corp. (“KAMCO”). He has been a manager of the Small Cap Dividend Value and Mid-Cap Dividend Value… More
Dedicated Investment Team
Alex Helm
Vice President
ahelm@gabelli.com (914) 921-5081
Research Analysts
Supported by a centralized team of 30+ sector-focused analysts supporting Growth and Value portfolios
Historical Performance
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Returns represent past performance and do not guarantee future results. Due to market volatility, current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so, upon redemption, shares may be worth more or less than their original cost. To obtain the most recent month end performance information and a prospectus, please call 800-GABELLI or visit www.gabelli.com
Trailing Returns
Calendar Year Returns
Returns represent past performance and do not guarantee future results. Due to market volatility, current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. Total return and average annual returns are historical and reflect changes in share price, reinvestment of dividends and capital gains and are net of expenses. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate so, upon redemption, shares may be worth more or less than their original cost. To obtain the most recent month end performance information and a prospectus, please call 800-GABELLI or visit www.gabelli.com.
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