TDV vs. TDIV: Talking Tech Dividends With ETFs

Group 1 - The perception of dividends in the technology sector is evolving, with companies like Microsoft and Apple emerging as significant dividend payers in the S&P 500 despite the low overall distribution rate of 0.48% for the Nasdaq-100 Index ETF [2][3] - The ProShares S&P Technology Dividend Aristocrats ETF (TDV) focuses on tech companies that have increased dividends for at least seven consecutive years, showcasing a growing trend in tech dividends [4][6] - TDV includes 38 stocks, benefiting from flexibility in its index that allows for "tech-related" companies, such as Mastercard and Visa, to be included [5][6] Group 2 - The dividend increase requirement for TDV excludes some major tech players like Alphabet and Nvidia, which have not met the seven-year increase criterion [6] - TDV's equally weighted holdings provide a balanced income-generating option compared to other tech funds that may be heavily weighted towards a few large companies [7] - The increasing cash reserves in the tech sector suggest potential for long-term dividend growth, making it an attractive area for income-focused investors [7]