a highly coupled inductor includes a first ferromagnetic plate , a second ferromagnetic plate , a film adhesive between the first ferromagnetic plate and the second ferromagnetic plate , a first conductor between the first plate and the second plate , and a second conductor between the first plate and the second plate . a conducting electromagnetic shield may be positioned proximate the first conductor for enhancing coupling and reducing leakage flux . a method of manufacturing a highly coupled inductor component includes providing a first ferromagnetic plate and a second ferromagnetic plate , placing conductors between the first ferromagnetic plate and the second ferromagnetic plate , and connecting the first ferromagnetic plate and the second ferromagnetic plate using a film adhesive .