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Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.28% | +12.04% | +12.57% | +13.16% | +44.05% | +53.82% |
| Flows | +$1.81B | +$3.74B | +$3.04B | +$6.52B | +$22.27B | +$48.87B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +11.52% | +16.12% | +13.38% | +14.49% |
Max drawdown | -3.07% | -13.51% | -16.07% | -16.85% |
Max drawdown duration | 8d | 164d | 402d | 714d |
Time to recover | N/A | 136d | 275d | 453d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 98
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF is built to track the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).
This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Provider | Schwab ETFs |
| N° of holdings | 98 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 20, 2011 |
| ESG | No |
Latest news about SCHD
What type of ETF is SCHD?
SCHD is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Schwab ETFs.
What index does SCHD track?
SCHD tracks the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does SCHD invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US High Dividend.
What is the expense ratio of SCHD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SCHD is 0.06%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SCHD launched?
SCHD was launched on October 20, 2011, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SCHD?
SCHD is issued by Schwab ETFs.
What is the AUM of SCHD?
As of March 10, 2026, SCHD manages $83.69 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SCHD performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, SCHD delivered a return of -1.28% over the past month (1M performance), 12.04% over the past three months (3M), and 12.57% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SCHD?
As of March 10, 2026, SCHD has seen net flows of +$1.81B in the past month (1M flow) and +$3.04B year-to-date (YTD).
Does SCHD pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, SCHD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.39%.
How many holdings are in SCHD
As of January 31, 2026, SCHD holds 98 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SCHD?
As of January 31, 2026, SCHD holds 98 securities, with 58.92% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SCHD?
As of January 31, 2026, SCHD holds a portfolio of 98 underlyings, with its largest positions including LOCKHEED MARTIN, CHEVRON TEXACO and HOME DEPOT. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SCHD invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, SCHD has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does SCHD focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, SCHD is primarily exposed to Energy, Consumer Staples and Health Care.
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