SCHD performance rebounds year to date

8 articles · Updated · Seeking Alpha · Apr 27

After several years of underperforming the S&P 500, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has reversed its trend in 2026.
Year to date, SCHD has outperformed or matched the broader market, marking a significant shift for dividend-focused investors.
Previously, dividend stocks lagged behind growth-oriented indices, but recent performance suggests renewed investor interest in dividend equity strategies.

Beyond SCHD, which overlooked dividend funds are best positioned for the rest of the year?

Is 2026's dividend stock revival a lasting market shift or just a temporary blip?

Will the 'Dividend Kings' finally reclaim their throne from the tech-heavy S&P 500?

With Big Tech's yields near zero, has the S&P 500 lost its income appeal for good?

As energy prices soar, are oil stocks now the safest bet for high dividend income?

How can investors identify and avoid a high-yield 'dividend trap' before it's too late?