While the Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) is a top dividend fund with a 3.44% yield and low fees, three other ETFs excel in specific areas. The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO) leads in total return with a 13.01% annualized return over 10 years and broader diversification. The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF (NOBL) offers superior downside protection, outperforming the market during bear phases. The Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF (DIVO) provides higher monthly income with a 4.90% yield through active management and selective covered calls. Each fund fills a unique gap that SCHD does not, making them valuable complements for diversified income portfolios.
The SCHD ETF has returned just under 2% in the past month, outperforming the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by nearly 1%. Year-to-date, about 30 SCHD holdings have more than doubled the returns of SPY, which has returned 9.8%. Additionally, 31 SCHD holdings are t...
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has gained 20% year-to-date, outperforming the S&P 500's 10% rise. SCHD focuses on large-cap companies with strong dividend histories and value metrics, avoiding mega-cap tech stocks that led recent market r...
