SCHD ETF Shows Modest Gains Amid Defensive Investor Interest
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) edged up 0.34% over the past five trading sessions, with year-to-date gains reaching 0.87%. Pre-market activity saw a 0.11% uptick as income-focused investors continued flocking to its high-dividend holdings.
Net outflows of $126 million during the period suggest some profit-taking, though analyst consensus remains bullish. TipRanks maintains a Moderate Buy rating with a $30.44 price target - implying 13.6% upside potential.
Energy sector components Ovintiv and Schlumberger lead holdings with highest projected returns, while Skyworks Solutions and Ford Motor anchor the downside risks. The ETF's Smart Score of 7 out of 10 indicates likely market outperformance.