SCHD: Still the Gold Standard of Dividend ETFs -- or Is There a Better Option Now?

SCHD: Still the Gold Standard of Dividend ETFs -- or Is There a Better Option Now?

Key PointsDespite their categorization, not all dividend-focused ETFs are the same.Some of them own large stakes in stocks that aren’t considered income investments.Schwab’s ETF remains a top option for investors seeking value stocks that pay reliable dividends.10 stocks we like better than Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF › It may have underperformed pretty much everything else since 2023, including seemingly similar alternatives such as the iSh…