iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF vs Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF — how do they compare? iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF trades at $79.65, while Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF trades at $32.82. The key difference: Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| HYG | SCHD | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Fixed Income | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $81.32 | $33.04 |
52-Week Low | $78.72 | $26.38 |
Trailing returns across standard periods
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HYG is the world's largest high-yield bond ETF, tracking the Markit iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index. It provides liquid exposure to non-investment grade corporate debt, with 2026 top holdings including Cloud Software Group and Medline.
Read more on HYG →SCHD is an ETF that tracks the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index. It selects high-quality companies with a consistent track record of paying dividends, focusing on financial strength metrics like cash flow to total debt and return on equity, and excluding REITs. The fund aims to provide both income and capital appreciation, making it a popular choice for long-term, dividend-focused investors.
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