Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF Emerges as Top Pick for Income Investors in 2025
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) is gaining attention as a premier choice for dividend-focused investors next year. With its low expense ratio of 0.06% and $71 billion in net assets, the fund offers exposure to high-quality dividend payers across healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors.
Unlike single-stock bets like Nvidia—which offers negligible quarterly payouts—SCHD provides diversified income through its Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index methodology. The ETF screens for companies with consistent dividend histories and superior fundamentals, making it a compelling alternative to actively managed funds.