Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD)
Assets | $70.98B |
Expense Ratio | 0.06% |
PE Ratio | 15.85 |
Shares Out | 2.62B |
Dividend (ttm) | $1.03 |
Dividend Yield | 3.80% |
Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 24, 2025 |
Payout Ratio | 60.22% |
1-Year Return | -2.09% |
Volume | 16,474,397 |
Open | 27.10 |
Previous Close | 26.99 |
Day's Range | 27.08 - 27.26 |
52-Week Low | 23.87 |
52-Week High | 29.72 |
Beta | 0.80 |
Holdings | 103 |
Inception Date | Oct 20, 2011 |
About SCHD
Fund Home PageThe Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 index, a market-cap-weighted index of 100 dividend-paying US equities. SCHD was launched on Oct 20, 2011 and is issued by Charles Schwab.
Top 10 Holdings
39.88% of assetsName | Symbol | Weight |
---|---|---|
AbbVie Inc. | ABBV | 4.13% |
ConocoPhillips | COP | 4.10% |
Chevron Corporation | CVX | 4.07% |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | CSCO | 4.02% |
Lockheed Martin Corporation | LMT | 4.01% |
The Home Depot, Inc. | HD | 4.00% |
Verizon Communications Inc. | VZ | 3.97% |
Altria Group, Inc. | MO | 3.92% |
The Coca-Cola Company | KO | 3.83% |
Amgen Inc. | AMGN | 3.83% |
Dividends
Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
---|---|---|
Sep 24, 2025 | $0.2604 | Sep 29, 2025 |
Jun 25, 2025 | $0.2602 | Jun 30, 2025 |
Mar 26, 2025 | $0.2488 | Mar 31, 2025 |
Dec 11, 2024 | $0.2645 | Dec 16, 2024 |
Sep 25, 2024 | $0.2515 | Sep 30, 2024 |
Jun 26, 2024 | $0.2747 | Jul 1, 2024 |
News

SCHD: Time To Throw In The Towel? (Rating Downgrade)
We're downgrading Schwab's U.S. Dividend Equity ETF to a 'Hold' due to persistent underperformance since the AI-driven market shift in 2022. SCHD's lack of exposure to 'Mag 7' growth stocks has led to...

SCHD: Still The Perfect Dividend Growth ETF For Retirees
Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF is recommended for investors seeking capital preservation and tax-efficient, growing income, especially near or in retirement. SCHD offers a 3.8% yield with a strong hi...

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The current economic environment is marked by persistent inflation and a weakening labor market, raising uncertainty and risk for investors. Despite these risks, large-cap equities, tech stocks, and h...

SCHD: Why Most Bulls May Be Running Blind (Rating Downgrade)
SCHD delivered 24% in total returns since 2021, but lagged both VYM and SPYD, and dramatically underperformed the S&P 500 benchmark index. Despite low fees, broad sector diversification, and transpare...

Building A $100,000 Dividend Portfolio: Maximizing SCHD's Income With September's Top High-Yield Stocks
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF anchors a diversified dividend portfolio, complemented by September 2025's top 10 high-yield stocks. This portfolio balances dividend income and growth, with a Weig...

SCHD: Stay Vested To Avoid Being Tempted By The AI Bubble
Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF remains undervalued as market enthusiasm favors tech and growth, pushing S&P 500 valuations to 2021 highs. SCHD offers exposure to high-quality, dividend-paying stocks ...

SCHD Vs. FDVV: How These Two Great Dividend Funds Compare
SCHD focuses on consistent dividend growth with a high dividend yield that has almost tripled since the fund's inception in 2011. While FDVV's yield of roughly 3% is lower compared to SCHD's yield of ...

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American stocks held steady and hit their all-time high last week, with all equities adding over $14 billion in value this cycle. The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) jumped to a record high of $604, while ...

SCHD: Enjoy The Dividends As Trumponomics Plays Out
Recent Trump administration tariffs and tax policies could have conflicting impacts on the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF™. SCHD's top sector allocations are heavy energy and consumer staples exposur...

SCHD: The Market Is Flashing 1999 Warnings
Today's market, with extreme tech valuations reminiscent of the dot-com bubble, signals a major rotation into safer, value-oriented assets may be imminent. SCHD is perfectly positioned for this shift....

My Top 10 Dividend Stocks For September 2025: One Yields 12%-Plus
I highlight 10 large-cap stocks with high dividend yields, attractive valuations, and strong profitability, making them compelling picks for income-focused investors. Shell, TotalEnergies, and Verizon...

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Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Stocks For September 2025
I track a universe of 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks to identify attractive investment opportunities based on valuation and future return potential. My custom valuation model highlights 23 sto...

Portfolio Review: 3 Stocks And 3 ETFs I'm Buying To Boost My Passive Income
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SCHD ETF Alternative Strategy, CAGR Improves To 15.11%
My 4-Factor Dividend Growth Portfolio is a custom, growth-oriented alternative to SCHD, aiming for a 12%+ long-term CAGR with annual rebalancing. Despite underperforming the S&P 500 in FY3, the portfo...

SCHD: Nvidia's Earnings Scream "Go Defensive"
Despite not being an AI bear, today's uncertain macro backdrop and market overexuberance make me temper growth expectations and stay defensive. Additionally, the market's reaction to Nvidia's latest e...

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How To Invest $100,000 In A Near-Perfect Strategy Portfolio
Market timing is futile; a disciplined, diversified, and rules-based approach is essential for long-term investing success. A Near-Perfect Strategy portfolio aims for consistent income, growth, and lo...

SCHD + ADX: Growth, Value, And Income Without Compromise
SCHD offers dividend growth and stability, compounding yield-on-cost regardless of market volatility. ADX provides an 8% NAV-based managed distribution, converting capital gains into income. Together,...

VYM: I Am Downgrading VYM As SCHD Provides Better Value
I am downgrading VYM to neutral as its yield has fallen to 2.54% and much of the upside is already priced in. Current income and growth prospects for VYM lag alternatives like SCHD and covered call ET...

The Only Retirement Investing Strategy I Would Trust With My Future
Building a strong retirement portfolio takes time and effort, but a solid foundation makes long-term success achievable. I learned that combining stability with selective opportunities creates a portf...