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5 ETFs to Buy and Hold Forever

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Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF October Sentiment Turns Negative

The Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SCHD) is one of the largest and most commonly held in the US, but investors are starting to sour on the ETF in October.

3 Dividends That Could Pay Your Bills Forever

I detail what type of dividend investments are ideal for retiring on dividends. I list 3 excellent candidates to build a portfolio that can potentially pay your bills forever. I …

SCHD: Not A Reliable Defensive Play During Market Downturns

Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF continues to underperform major indices, justifying a maintained 'sell' rating. SCHD's 3.79% yield is attractive, but its total returns consistently lag the S&P 500, NASDAQ, …

SCHD ETF Alternative Strategy, CAGR Improves To 15.74%

The 4-Factor Dividend Growth Portfolio, launched in Nov 2022, aims for a 12%+ long-term CAGR, outperforming SCHD but lagging the S&P 500. For FY3, the portfolio returned 3.64% (vs. SPY's …

Let's Talk About SCHD And Its Miserable 5-Year Track Record

After 9 straight years of outperforming its peer group, SCHD has become one of the worst performing dividend ETFs over the past several years. Let's dig into what has caused …

FDVV: Beating SCHD And SPY With A Dividend ETF

Fidelity High Dividend ETF offers a balanced blend of high yield and dividend growth, with a 3.1% yield and strong capital appreciation potential. FDVV's portfolio is skewed toward large-cap stocks, …

Want Decades of Passive Income? Buy This Index Fund and Hold It Forever

A great strategy for retail investors is to buy stocks that they can collect reliable passive income on every year. Another great strategy is to diversify your investment portfolio.

SCHD: When 20% Energy Exposure Becomes 100% Problem (Downgrade)

Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF™'s heavy exposure to energy and healthcare sectors faces risks from declining oil prices and regulatory pressures, undermining portfolio stability. Despite a strong dividend yield, SCHD's …

What Does Q4 Hold for the U.S. Economy? ETFs to Consider

Market risks are mounting, prompting investors to seek stability and protection through defensive ETFs.

Unlock Endless Income: SCHD's Latest Dividend Hike Makes It a Must-Buy ETF

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 transparency, …

3 of the Highest-Quality ETFs I'd Buy for Growth And Dividends

With the first quarter-point rate cut delivered by the Fed in quite a while and more to come, investors who've been holding off on new buys may wish to buy …

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. It …

Our H2 2025 Top Ideas

The US economy is showing signs of slowing, with the labor market cooling, consumer sentiment weak, Q3 GDP expected to slow to ~1.3%, and inflation still above the Fed's 2% …

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 earnings screams …

8 Upcoming Dividend Increases

I focus on companies with consistent annual dividend increases, as they signal financial strength and reliable cash flow for long-term investors. This week's highlighted stocks averaged a 7% dividend increase …

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, SCHD and ADX deliver ~6% …

SCHD: Strong Dividend Grower Made Even Better With Writing Options

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF has underperformed SPY recently, but delivers strong, growing dividends with a 3.87% yield and a 13-year growth streak, doing exactly what it is designed …

Why the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) Could Deserve a Spot in Your Portfolio

Dividend-paying stocks don't get the credit they deserve. Over the past 50 years, the average dividend-paying stock in the S&P 500 has outperformed non-payers by more than 2-to-1.

5 Upcoming Dividend Increases Including A New Dividend King

I focus on companies with consistent annual dividend increases, signaling financial strength and reliable cash flow for long-term investors. This week's highlighted list features firms with an average dividend increase …

SCHD: Moving Like Zombie Molasses

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF offers stable, growing dividends and tends to have lower risk than broader market indices, though recent performance has lagged growth-focused funds with zombie-like movement. …

SCHD: Get Ready For A Seasonal Correction In Growth

Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF™ remains my top defensive pick, offering superior dividend quality and liquidity versus VIG and VYM, despite recent underperformance versus the S&P 500. The SCHD ETF's …

SPDG: This Relatively New ETF May Be SCHD's Suitable Replacement As A Core Holding

SCHD remains a reliable income ETF but has underperformed the S&P 500 and peers due to lower tech exposure and recent portfolio changes. Despite SCHD's attractive 3.81% yield and low …

2 Of The Best Deeply Undervalued Retirement Dividend Growth Machines

Retirees tend to love stocks that combine big dividends, inflation-beating dividend growth, strong balance sheets, and durable and defensive business models. Even better, when retirees can buy these sorts of …

Should Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) Be on Your Investing Radar?

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Large Cap Value segment of the US equity market, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) is a passively managed exchange traded fund …

My Top 10 High-Yield Dividend Stocks For August 2025: One Yields 11%-Plus

I focus on dividend stocks with sustainable payouts to maximize risk-adjusted returns and avoid dividend cuts. My August 2025 picks—like Deutsche Post, Altria, Verizon, and PepsiCo—offer attractive yields, strong financials, …

SCHD: Time To Buy Before The Impending Market Rotation (Upgrade)

SCHD has lagged the S&P 500 due to the tech-driven advance, but froth has built up in AI growth themes. The ETF's high-quality holdings, lower tech exposure, and strong dividend …

Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Stocks For August 2025

My investable universe of 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks aims to identify attractive opportunities based on valuation and future return potential. Currently, 20 stocks offer an estimated future return of …

The 3 Schwab ETFs That Look Like Screaming Buys Right Now

As far as the top exchange traded fund (ETF) providers are concerned, Schwab has to be among the top picks for most long-term investors.