From 7f92fb19965dfa301dc05018ff352c84dccd8b6b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: schd-quarterly-dividend-calculator5715 Date: Tue, 21 Oct 2025 20:11:34 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Add 'The 10 Most Terrifying Things About SCHD High Yield Dividend' --- The-10-Most-Terrifying-Things-About-SCHD-High-Yield-Dividend.md | 1 + 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+) create mode 100644 The-10-Most-Terrifying-Things-About-SCHD-High-Yield-Dividend.md diff --git a/The-10-Most-Terrifying-Things-About-SCHD-High-Yield-Dividend.md b/The-10-Most-Terrifying-Things-About-SCHD-High-Yield-Dividend.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..97ba83f --- /dev/null +++ b/The-10-Most-Terrifying-Things-About-SCHD-High-Yield-Dividend.md @@ -0,0 +1 @@ +Understanding SCHD: A High Dividend-Paying Stock Worth Considering
In the complex world of investing, dividend stocks typically stand out as a beneficial option, especially for people seeking 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 concentrates on high dividend-paying U.S. stocks and has gained a following amongst income-seeking investors. This post aims to dive deep into SCHD, exploring its characteristics, performance, and what potential investors ought to think about.
What Is SCHD?
SCHD is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that seeks to track the efficiency of the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index. The fund intends to offer exposure to high dividend-yielding stocks while likewise making sure a procedure of quality. The underlying goal is not just to offer appealing yields but likewise to supply long-term capital gratitude.
Key Features of SCHD:FeatureInformationFund ManagerCharles Schwab Investment ManagementBeginning DateOctober 20, 2011Expenditure Ratio0.06%Dividend YieldApproximately 4.0% (as of the current quarter)Top Sector ExposuresDetails Technology, Consumer Discretionary, Health CareTypical Market CapMid to large-cap companiesEfficiency Insights
Financiers frequently take a look at both historical performance and current metrics when considering any investment. Below is a contrast of SCHD's efficiency against the more comprehensive market and its peer group over different timespan.
Performance TablePeriodSCHD Total ReturnS&P 500 Total ReturnComparison1 Year12.4%8.6%[schd monthly dividend calculator](https://md.entropia.de/DAhbEDtjThGKt8ENQ_iAOA/) surpassed3 Years45.3%56.2%SCHD lagged somewhat5 Years92.1%104.5%SCHD lagged somewhatBecause Inception209.3%205.0%SCHD somewhat outperformed
These metrics show that SCHD has actually revealed significant total returns, particularly since its creation. While it might not consistently outperform the S&P 500 over every time frame, its ability to yield dividends consistently makes it a worthy prospect for income-focused financiers.
Top Holdings
A diverse portfolio is crucial for minimizing risk while guaranteeing stable growth. The top holdings in SCHD help attain this by representing a variety of sectors. Below are the top 10 holdings since the current 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