Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF

Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF is a passively managed exchange-traded fund designed to track the total return of the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index, before fees and expenses. This index focuses on high dividend-yielding stocks from U.S. companies with a consistent record of paying dividends, selecting constituents based on fundamental strength relative to peers using key financial ratios such as cash-flow-to-debt, return on equity, dividend yield, and dividend growth rate. The ETF emphasizes the quality and sustainability of dividends, investing in a market-cap-weighted portfolio of large-cap equities that exhibit strong financial health. It employs individual security weight caps at 4% and sector limits at 25%, with annual composition reviews and quarterly rebalancing to maintain alignment. Offering low costs and potential tax efficiency through qualified dividend distributions paid quarterly, Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF serves as a core holding or complement in diversified portfolios seeking exposure to reliable U.S. dividend-paying stocks, primarily in sectors like financials, consumer staples, and healthcare. Managed by Charles Schwab Investment Management, it provides investors with straightforward access to sustainable income-oriented equities.