While Wall Street focuses on tech and AI stocks, many dividend ETFs are outperforming the S&P 500 this year while delivering meaningful income.

fool.com - 2026-07-14 14:10:00

A $1.4 million nest egg is far above the typical U.S. retirement account balance, but the check it writes each month depends entirely on how the assets are arranged. At a 3.5% yield, the portfolio produces $49,000 a year. At a 10% yield, it produces $140,000. The difference looks simple on a spreadsheet, but it... A $1.4 Million Portfolio That Delivers Reliable Income Through Bull and Bear Markets

247wallst.com - 2026-07-14 12:12:27

Every quarter, a taxable DGRO position quietly hands a slice of its dividends to the IRS, and most investors never calculate exactly how much that drag costs them over a decade. The account type you choose for this fund matters far more than it appears.

247wallst.com - 2026-07-13 07:05:37

Market jitters return on fresh U.S.-Iran tensions. Energy, dividend, low-volatility and defensive ETFs could help investors navigate renewed uncertainty.

zacks.com - 2026-07-09 09:00:25

Two thousand dollars a month is the number you carry around in your head as the difference between a comfortable retirement and a stressful one. The catch is you want the check to arrive without you slicing off pieces of your nest egg to fund it. Dividend ETFs do exactly that, and four of them... Want $2,000 a Month Without Selling a Single Share? These 4 Dividend ETFs Deliver

247wallst.com - 2026-07-06 19:46:19

Slow and steady wins the race.

fool.com - 2026-07-05 17:20:00

The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) and the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (NYSEARCA:VIG) look like siblings on any fund screener: both hunt large-cap U.S.

247wallst.com - 2026-07-04 13:21:57

The pitch for JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF (NYSEARCA: JEPI) has always been monthly cash flow and lower volatility than the S&P 500.

247wallst.com - 2026-07-01 12:50:25

Many income investors struggle to balance the tension between total returns and current income. This is especially difficult during periods where tech stocks are soaring. I provide a simple and attractive approach to resolving this tension.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-27 13:05:00

The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF is rated a Buy for its superior price stability and recent momentum versus the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF, which is rated Hold. DGRO's 5-year dividend growth entry rule and 75% payout ratio cap enable inclusion of cash-rich, newer dividend growers, better suited for the current high-rate environment. DGRO's dividend-dollar weighting and more lenient yield exclusion result in higher yield (1.94% vs. VIG's 1.47%) and greater utility sector allocation, without materially increasing risk.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-22 11:31:05

Retirees heading into the back half of 2026 face a familiar puzzle: how to pull steady income from a stock portfolio without sacrificing growth that protects against inflation.

247wallst.com - 2026-06-19 12:14:04

The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) was built for investors who want a paycheck that gets bigger every year, not a yield chase. DGRO tracks the Morningstar US Dividend Growth Index, screening for companies with at least five consecutive years of dividend growth and payout ratios under 75%. The fund pays a roughly 2.2%... 64 Years of Raises: How DGRO Finds Companies That Never Cut Dividends

247wallst.com - 2026-06-15 12:56:00

It can take time, but you'll be paid to wait.

fool.com - 2026-06-14 16:13:00

iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO) earns a HOLD rating due to slowing dividend growth and a middle-of-the-pack strategic position. DGRO offers a low 0.08% expense ratio, 399 holdings, and a 3% single-stock cap, providing strong diversification and dependable core exposure. Recent TTM dividend growth of 6.17% lags historical averages, raising concerns about the fund's future compounding potential.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-11 10:31:14

For a 59-year-old pre-retiree sitting on a six-figure dividend core, the choice between iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) and Schwab U.S.

247wallst.com - 2026-06-07 14:23:43

A 60-year-old who wants to retire immediately faces a straightforward challenge: Social Security benefits typically remain several years away. With full retirement age at 67, a single retiree targeting $3,200 per month, or $38,400 annually, needs a dedicated source of income to bridge that seven-year gap. A portfolio of roughly $480,000 can fill the role, but... A $480,000 Bridge Portfolio That Quietly Pays a 60-Year-Old $3,200 a Month Until Social Security at 67

247wallst.com - 2026-06-05 11:35:02

Welcome to the Quant Growth & Income (QG&I) portfolio, a rules-based portfolio targeting long-term capital appreciation, consistent dividend income, and reduced exposure to dividend cuts. We've unlocked three stocks from the QG&I portfolio to give you a free preview of the new income portfolio in action.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-03 13:30:00

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF is one of the most popular dividend ETFs. But it may not have the advantage in the near term.

fool.com - 2026-06-02 10:30:00

The dividend growth trade is doing something unusual in 2026: it is crushing the broad market.

247wallst.com - 2026-05-19 11:45:47

Launched on 06/10/2014, the iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Value category of the market.

zacks.com - 2026-05-19 07:21:15

I adjust my rating for the iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF to buy from my earlier strong buy. Key considerations include the evolving interest rate outlook and valuation dynamics relative to the broader market approximated by the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF. A higher-for-longer rate scenario could pressure DGRO's valuation more than the broader market.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-05-14 12:59:06

This fund's underperformance is testing shareholders' patience. Just understand why it's happening.

fool.com - 2026-05-12 12:45:00

U.S.-Iran tensions rise as Hormuz risks grow. Markets turn volatile -- dividend, low-beta, and defensive ETFs may help cushion portfolios.

zacks.com - 2026-05-06 10:01:01

Launched on 02/03/2015, the ProShares Russell 2000 Dividend Growers ETF (SMDV) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Style Box - Small Cap Value category of the market.

zacks.com - 2026-04-30 07:21:12

D.A. Davidson and CO. raised its stake in shares of iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) by 9.7% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 137,795 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 12,183 shares during the period. D.A. Davidson

defenseworld.net - 2026-04-29 14:10:53

Comerica Bank raised its position in iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) by 1.7% during the undefined quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 733,342 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 12,576 shares during the quarter. Comerica Bank owned about

defenseworld.net - 2026-04-27 05:58:56

Confluence Wealth Services Inc. boosted its position in iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) by 11.2% during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 1,042,635 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 105,355 shares during the

defenseworld.net - 2026-04-23 04:22:53

AE Wealth Management LLC raised its position in iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) by 48.8% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 48,144 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 15,795 shares during the period. AE Wealth Management LLC's

defenseworld.net - 2026-04-21 03:11:05

Earned Wealth Advisors LLC bought a new position in iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm bought 500,676 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $34,757,000. iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF makes

defenseworld.net - 2026-04-20 05:12:43

iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF earns a reiterated 'hold' rating, reflecting balanced value, earnings growth, dividend growth, quality, and cost efficiency. DGRO's 11-year dividend growth streak is well-supported by healthy payout ratios (41.87%) and strong portfolio-level earnings growth, not by yield-chasing turnover. DGRO offers a 2.03% trailing yield—higher than VIG and SPY but lower than SCHD—making it best suited for investors with longer time horizons.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-04-16 15:21:07

Guidance Capital Inc. lowered its stake in iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (NYSEARCA:DGRO) by 55.7% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 26,207 shares of the company's stock after selling 32,906 shares during the quarter. Guidance Capital Inc.'s

defenseworld.net - 2026-04-15 04:33:14