SCHD ETF Shows Moderate Gains Amid Market Uncertainty

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) posted a 2.30% gain over the past five trading sessions, though its year-to-date performance remains subdued at 1.68%. Analysts maintain a Moderate Buy rating, with a consensus price target suggesting 9.31% upside potential.

Coterra Energy and Schlumberger lead SCHD's holdings with the highest projected returns, while Skyworks Solutions and Ford Motor drag on the portfolio. The ETF's Smart Score of 7 indicates expected market-par performance, reflecting cautious Optimism in dividend equities.

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