The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF Has Surged Over 12% in 2026. Its 3 Top Holdings Have Been Major Contributors to Its Rally.

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSEMKT: SCHD) has a very simple strategy. It invests in 100 of the best high-yielding dividend growth stocks. These companies provide the fund's investors with a nice blend of income and growth, which has historically enabled it to deliver strong average annual total returns. This year, the fund is already up more than 12%, meaningfully outperforming the 3% slump in the S&P 500. The robust returns of its top three holdings -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), ConocoPhillip ...