Schwab's Dividend ETF Has Nearly Quadrupled Its Payout Since 2012

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has increased its annual payout from $0.27 per share in 2012 to around $1.05 in 2025, nearly quadrupling over 13 years. Early investors from 2011 now enjoy a 12% yield on cost, while new buyers face a 3.2% current yield. However, payout growth has slowed significantly to around 5% in 2025 and just 1% in early 2026, suggesting future returns may be more modest than historical performance.