Annaly Capital Management, Inc. vs Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF — how do they compare? Annaly Capital Management, Inc. trades at $22.8 (market cap $16.63B), while Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF trades at $32.8. The key difference: Annaly Capital Management, Inc. pays a 13.22% dividend while Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF pays none, and Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, Annaly Capital Management, Inc. nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| NLY | SCHD | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $16.63B | — |
Sector | Financials | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $24.40 | $33.04 |
52-Week Low | $19.96 | $26.38 |
Dividend Yield | 13.22% | — |
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Latest headlines on both assets
Annaly Capital Management Inc is an American mortgage real estate investment trust. The company segments its operations into Residential and Commercial real estate investments. While Annaly's Residential assets are primarily comprised of agency mortgage-backed securities and debentures, it is primarily invested in commercial mortgage loans and mortgage-backed securities in its Commercial unit through its subsidiary, Annaly Commercial Real Estate Group. Agency mortgage-backed securities and debentures make up the majority of the company's overall portfolio. Most of the company's counterparties are located in the U.S. Annaly generates nearly all of its revenue from the spread between interest earned on its assets and interest payments made on its borrowings.
Read more on NLY →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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