
The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO) focuses on companies with a history of growing dividends, aiming for long-term compounding rather than high immediate yields. Since 2016, DGRO's dividends have more than doubled, and its total returns over ten years have outpaced higher-yield funds like Vanguard's VYM when dividends are reinvested. The fund suits investors who prioritize dividend growth and reinvestment over current income, offering low fees and steady payout increases. Those needing immediate cash flow might prefer high-yield or covered-call funds instead.