The Dividend ETF Quietly Delivering Double-Digit Returns While Most Investors Aren't Paying Attention

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has gained 26% over the past year as investors rotate money away from crowded AI and tech stocks into dividend-paying companies. The ETF, which has less than 10% tech exposure and focuses on established blue-chip dividend payers, offers a 3.07% yield, low 0.06% expense ratio, and fair valuation metrics, making it an attractive portfolio complement.