The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO) and iShares Core High Dividend ETF (HDV) both have low expense ratios but differ in dividend yield and total returns. HDV offers a higher current yield of 3.34% compared to DGRO's 1.95%, making it attractive for retirees needing immediate income. However, DGRO has historically delivered a higher total return of 13.38% annually over the past decade versus HDV's 9.11%, resulting in significantly greater wealth accumulation. For retirees who can wait 10 years before using the funds, DGRO's compounding advantage may outweigh HDV's higher income, as selling shares later can provide income with potential tax benefits. A balanced approach could involve splitting investments between both ETFs depending on income needs and growth goals.
As of Oct 12, 2026 08:31 WIB, HDV trades at USD 28.74 on Pluang, near its 52-week high of USD 29.93, showing a 1.63% gain in the last day. This price level contrasts with its 52-week low of USD 23.64, highlighting recent strength in the high dividend ETF. The typical holding period of 118 days on Pluang suggests investors often keep HDV for a few months, which differs from the longer-term horizon retirees might consider for DGRO's growth advantage.
Three dividend ETFs—Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD), WisdomTree U.S. Quality Dividend Growth Fund (DGRW), and iShares Core High Dividend ETF (HDV)—offer different strategies for investors planning to buy at age 40 and hold until 80. SCHD focus...
The Vanguard High Dividend Yield Index Fund (VYM) offers broad market exposure with a tilt toward capital appreciation and technology-driven growth, benefiting from AI and large-cap tech momentum. In contrast, the iShares Core High Dividend ETF (HDV)...
