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In the complicated world of investing, dividend stocks typically stick out as a favorable option, particularly for people looking for to earn passive income. One of the standout players in this domain is the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD). This exchange-traded fund focuses on high dividend-paying U.S. stocks and has acquired a following amongst income-seeking financiers. This post aims to dive deep into SCHD, exploring its qualities, performance, and what possible investors must consider.
What Is SCHD?
SCHD is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that looks for to track the efficiency of the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index. The fund aims to offer exposure to high dividend-yielding stocks while also guaranteeing a measure of quality. The underlying objective is not only to use appealing yields but also to offer long-lasting capital gratitude.
Key Features of SCHD:FeatureDetailsFund ManagerCharles Schwab Investment ManagementInception DateOctober 20, 2011Cost Ratio0.06%Dividend YieldRoughly 4.0% (as of the recent quarter)Top Sector ExposuresDetails Technology, Consumer Discretionary, Health CareAverage Market CapMid to large-cap companiesPerformance Insights
Financiers typically take a look at both historic performance and recent metrics when considering any financial investment. Below is a contrast of SCHD's efficiency versus the wider market and its peer group over various time frames.
Performance TableTime PeriodSCHD Total ReturnS&P 500 Total ReturnComparison1 Year12.4%8.6%SCHD surpassed3 Years45.3%56.2%SCHD lagged somewhat5 Years92.1%104.5%SCHD lagged slightlySince Inception209.3%205.0%SCHD a little outperformed
These metrics illustrate that SCHD has actually revealed considerable total returns, particularly given that its beginning. While it might not consistently surpass the S&P 500 over every time frame, its ability to yield dividends consistently makes it a worthwhile candidate for income-focused investors.
Top Holdings
A varied portfolio is crucial for minimizing danger while guaranteeing steady growth. The top holdings in SCHD aid accomplish this by representing a range of sectors. Below are the top 10 holdings as of the newest reporting.
Top 10 Holdings TableHoldingTickerWeight %Dividend Yield %Broadcom Inc.. AVGO 4.08 3.46Verizon CommunicationsVZ3.926.51Cisco Systems, Inc.. CSCO 3.82 3.14PepsiCo, Inc.. PEP 3.79 2.77Pfizer Inc.. PFE 3.68 4.86Coca-Cola CompanyKO3.653.09Abbott LaboratoriesABT3.621.69Home Depot, Inc.. HD3.60 2.79Texas Instruments Inc.. TXN 3.57 2.51Merck & \ No newline at end of file