Bristol-Myers

BlackRock

Cisco Systems

Chevron

Home Depot

Verizon

Texas Instruments

Altria

Lockheed Martin

Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF

SCHD tracks a market-cap-weighted index of 100 dividend-paying US equities.

Alerian MLP ETF

Enterprise Products Partners

Energy Transfer LP Unit

Plains All American Pipeline

Plains GP Hlds

Vanguard Real Estate ETF

Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund

Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund

There is a leading blue-chip that has been a serial underperformer over the past half decade. However, it has a very strong balance sheet, a sky-high yield that is well covered, and it continues to grow its payout year after year. I discuss this opportunity and share why the more it underperforms, the more I buy it.

The More It Underperforms, The More I Buy

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE ARCA: SCHD) is a exchange-traded fund that tracks the total return of the Dow Jones Dividend 100 Index.

SCHD Dividend History: Is Schwab Dividend ETF a Buy?

Brookfield Renewable Partners

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.

VanEck Vectors BDC Income ETF

FS KKR Capital Corp

W. P. Carey

Dividend stocks have been soaring in recent months. However, there is reason to believe that the party may not last much longer. We share our concerns and how we are positioning our portfolio as a result.

An Important Warning Before Buying Dividend Stocks

Schwab Asset Management announced 3-1 share splits for 20 ETFs, including SCHD, making it easier for investors to purchase shares. SCHD offers a diversified portfolio with a 3.4% dividend yield and 12% five-year dividend growth, making it a strong complement to tech-heavy portfolios. SCHD's top 10 holdings, including Home Depot and Verizon, are high-quality companies, though some are currently overvalued based on forward P/E ratios.

SCHD: 3-For-1 Split, You Say?

Retiring with dividends provides steady cash flow, reducing market volatility concerns and allowing retirees to enjoy life without selling shares. Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF™ is an excellent dividend fund for retirees. Strategically combining it with several high yields enables retirees to live off growing passive income while maintaining diversification.

Live The Retirement Dividend Dream With SCHD And These High Yields

Investing in the stock market has been the surest way to build wealth over time. Year-to-year, however, there are numerous ups and downs.

This Huge Dividend Stock Just Announced a Big Stock Split and a Massive Dividend Hike

Blackstone Group

Blackstone Secured Lending Fund

Delek US Hlds

Delek Logistics Partners

Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund

The high-yield space has undergone a sharp bifurcation recently. We discuss what this bifurcation is and what is driving it. We discuss two quality and growing 10%-yields that are way too cheap right now.

Buy The Dip: 10% Yields Getting Way Too Cheap

Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF holds 100 top dividend stocks. Its holdings tend to pay higher-yielding dividends that steadily increase.

Want to Collect Passive Income? This High-Yielding ETF Gives You 100 Top Dividend Stocks for 1 Low Price.

Vanguard S&P 500 ETF

The Vanguard S&P 500 (VOO) and the Schwab US Dividend Equity (SCHD) ETFs have done well this year and are sitting near their all-time high. The SCHD fund was trading at $83.75, a few points below its all-time high of $84.56, while VOO was at $530.

Top 3 catalysts for the S&P 500 (VOO) and SCHD ETFs

BancFirst

Bank First Corp

EastGroup Properties

Fifth Third Bancorp

Federal Realty Investment Trust

Ingredion

Investar Hhld

Illinois Tool Works

Mondelez

Cohen & Steers Reit And Preferred Income Fund Inc

Republic Services

State Street

Terreno Realty

U.S. Bancorp

Waste Management

Next week features 13 dividend increases, including Illinois Tool Works (7.4%) and Federal Realty Investment Trust (0.9%), both Dividend Kings. My strategy focuses on buying, holding, and adding companies with consistent dividend growth and market outperformance, using data from U.S. Dividend Champions and NASDAQ. I use SCHD and RNP as benchmarks; if a stock can't outperform these, I prefer investing in the ETFs.

13 Upcoming Dividend Increases Including 2 Kings

NextEra Energy

Williams

Dividend growth stocks have surged due to falling interest rates and a 50-basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Despite favorable conditions, significant risks like economic downturns and geopolitical tensions warrant caution in chasing high valuations for dividend stocks. We discuss three blue-chip dividend stocks that currently appear to be overpriced.

Sell Alert: Big Dividends Getting Too Pricey

Schwab Fundamental U.S. Small Company Index ETF

Schwab Fundamental US Broad Market Index ETF

Schwab Fundamental U.S. Large Company Index ETF

Schwab U.S. Small-Cap ETF

Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF

Schwab International Equity ETF

Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF

Schwab 5-10 Year Corporate Bond ETF

Schwab 1-5 Year Corporate Bond ETF

Schwab 1000 Index ETF

Schwab U.S. Mid-Cap ETF

Schwab Short-Term US Treasury ETF

Schwab US TIPS ETF

Schwab Intermediate-Term US Treasury ETF

Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Value ETF

Schwab U.S. Large-Cap ETF

Schwab US Aggregate Bond ETF

Schwab Municipal Bond ETF

Schwab High Yield Bond ETF

WESTLAKE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Schwab Asset Management®, the asset management arm of The Charles Schwab Corporation, today announced forward share splits on 20 Schwab ETFs. Forward ETF share splits increase the number of shares outstanding and decrease the Net Asset Value (NAV) per share. The share splits will not change the total value of a shareholder's investment. The ETF share splits will apply to shareholders of record as of the close of US markets on October 9, 2024, payable after the.

Schwab Asset Management Announces ETF Share Splits

Global X SuperDividend US ETF

Genesis Energy

MPLX

Occidental Petroleum

Western Gas Partners

The high-yield sector has soared recently. However, one sector has lagged behind significantly despite having very strong underlying fundamentals. This creates a rare high-yield buying opportunity.

A Rare High-Yield Buying Opportunity

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF offers a yield that's more than double that of the S&P 500 index. The exchange-traded fund first singles out reliable dividend-paying stocks.

1 No-Brainer High-Yield Dividend ETF to Buy Right Now for Less Than $500

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF is a safe harbor investment focused on diversification and income generation. Despite short-term underperformance due to less IT exposure, SCHD has strong long-term returns. The recent Federal Reserve rate cut may increase market volatility, but SCHD's defensive sector investments can help mitigate risks.

SCHD: A Safe Harbor Investment

Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF

Capital Group Dividend Value ETF

Dimensional Short-Duration Fixed Income ETF

WisdomTree India Earnings Fund

Franklin FTSE India ETF

SPDR Gold Trust

SPDR Gold MiniShares Trust

iShares Gold Trust

iShares MSCI India ETF

PIMCO Enhanced Short Maturity Active ETF

VanEck Merk Gold Trust

Global X U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF

VanEck Vectors Pharmaceutical ETF

iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF

Vanguard Long-Term Treasury ETF

BondBloxx USD High Yield Bond Consumer Non-Cyclicals Sector ETF

Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund

Blurring the lines between conference and festival, this year's Future Proof brought thousands of attendees to the summery shores of Huntington Beach in Los Angeles.

DoubleLine's Jeff Gundlach on the Fed, Gold and Private Credit

Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF has been able to offer a steadily growing payout to investors over the years with a higher relative yield. Rate cuts by the Fed could benefit SCHD, making it appealing for dividend growth investors seeking diversification from tech-heavy indices. We've been able to write puts consistently this year and bring in option 'income' nearly every month of 2024, with the 'risk' of maybe ending up with a long(er) position.

SCHD: Pocketing Monthly Option 'Income'

AbbVie

Amgen

Alexandria Real Estate Equities

Blackrock Inc

Boston Properties

Douglas Emmett

iShares Core High Dividend ETF

Highwoods Properties

Coca-Cola

Medical Properties Trust

PepsiCo

Rexford Industrial Realty

iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF

SL Green Realty

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

Vornado Realty Trust

As a dividend growth investor focused on income, I recommend raising cash and selling lower-quality stocks due to potential recession risks. Historical data shows that rate cuts often precede recessions, making it prudent to increase cash positions and reduce exposure to vulnerable stocks. Despite some reasonable buying opportunities, I prefer holding cash in ETFs like SGOV for liquidity and safety during uncertain economic times.

Raise Cash And Sell Trash

Golub Capital BDC

JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF

InfraCap REIT Preferred ETF

Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund Inc

Investing in high-yield dividend stocks can provide a stable passive income in retirement, reducing sequence-of-return risk compared to index funds. We share a model portfolio for how you can do this. The model portfolio yields a weighted average 8% while also growing its payouts at a rate that should meet or even beat inflation over the long term.

8%-Yielding Portfolio For Retirement Passive Income

CME Group

Enbridge

Extra Space Storage

Kimbell Royalty Partners

Landbridge Co LLC

National Retail Properties

Realty Income Corp

Texas Pacific Land Trust

Vici Properties

Viper Energy Partners LP

The Fed surprised markets with a 50 basis point rate cut, signaling a focus on economic growth over inflation. Projections show rates falling to 3% in the coming years. Despite sticky inflation, the Fed's shift supports my long-term thesis: economic stability will be prioritized. This makes high-quality dividend stocks attractive investments. Dividend stocks with pricing power, like energy and royalty companies, offer inflation protection. Now is an ideal time to invest in these long-term income plays.

The Fed's Bold Move: Why NOW Is The Time To Load Up On Dividend Stocks

Ares Capital

Brookfield Infrastructure

JPMorgan Chase & Co

Mid-America Apartment Communities

SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF

AT&T

The Federal Reserve's 50-basis-point rate cut seems like a big tailwind for dividend stocks. However, the rate cut also brings several warnings to the dividend stock space. We discuss what these are and how we are positioning our portfolio to navigate rate cuts.

An Important Warning For Dividend Investors After The Fed's Big Rate Cut

Applied Materials

Amphenol

Bank7 Corp

Lam Research

New Jersey Resources

Philip Morris

My strategy focuses on buying, holding, and adding companies with consistent dividend growth and outperforming benchmarks, ensuring a successful long-term portfolio. I passed on Lam Research due to competition with Applied Materials but added Amphenol for its unique position in high-growth industries like 5G and EVs. The list merges data from "U.S. Dividend Champions" and NASDAQ, featuring companies with at least five years of consistent dividend growth.

4 Upcoming Dividend Increases

Apple

American Express

BB Seguridade Participacoes SA

Bank of Nova Scotia

Diageo

Microsoft

Rio Tinto plc Sponsored

Banco Santander

Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF

Combining ETFs and individual companies can offer many benefits for investors, especially for those who aim to balance dividend income and dividend growth. The September 2024 Top Dividend Picks Portfolio offers investors a Weighted Average Dividend Yield [FWD] of 3.92% and a 5-Year Weighted Average Dividend Growth Rate [CAGR] of 9.62%. The portfolio consists of my top 10 high dividend yield companies for September 2024, five selected companies with a dividend growth focus, and SCHD.

Strategically Building A $100,000 Dividend Portfolio With September's Top 10 High-Yield Picks

Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF

iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF

Invesco S&P 500 Revenue ETF

Investing in quality exchange-traded funds can be a good way to grow your wealth conservatively and sleep well at night (SWAN). The best approach, based on our many years of experience, has been to invest in popular mainstream funds that track the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq 100 indices.

4 great SWAN ETFs: RWL, SCHD, DGRO, COWZ

The Fed is expected to cut interest rates soon, potentially increasing market volatility, making the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF a stable investment option. SCHD has a strong performance history, delivering 13.4% annualized returns since inception, and offers stability through diversified investments in dividend-paying companies. The ETF's high diversification, with 103 investments and no single position over 4.6%, makes it a safe harbor during market turbulence.

SCHD: An Anchor Of Stability

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