US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes Fade: ETF Strategies to Play

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

Zacks Investment Research • May 6, 2026

The Dark Side Of Dividend Investing That Leads To Underperformance

Dividend investing sounds like a dream retirement strategy. However, there is a real dark side to it that many investors overlook and thereby suffer from long-term underperformance. This article details the dark side of dividend investing and how to avoid it.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 30, 2026

Is ProShares Russell 2000 Dividend Growers ETF (SMDV) a Strong ETF Right Now?

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 Investment Research • Apr 30, 2026

DGRO: 11-Year Dividend Growth Streak Backed By Strong Fundamentals

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.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 16, 2026

DGRO: Buying The Best Sector Through The Best-Built Dividend Growth ETF

The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO) is initiated as a Buy, based on quality construction and a strategic overweight to financials. DGRO's portfolio features a 20.6% allocation to financials, moderate top-10 concentration, and a 0.76 5Y beta, balancing defensiveness with sector upside. With a 21.1x P/E and 1.96% yield, DGRO is not cheap, but offers diversified access to dividend growth and sector leadership potential.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 8, 2026

3 ETFs That Beat SCHD Quietly Over the Last 3 Years

The Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE:SCHD) is one of the best-run dividend funds available.

24/7 Wall Street • Apr 7, 2026

Should You Consider Increasing Exposure to Dividend ETFs Now?

Dividend ETFs are back in focus, as investors look for stability and income amid persistent market volatility.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 1, 2026

History Says You'll Want to Buy 1 of These Top ETFs and Never Look Back

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF holds 100 high-yielding dividend growth stocks. The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF holds stocks that have increased their dividend for at least five straight years.

The Motley Fool • Mar 29, 2026

3 Dividend ETFs That Could Replace Bond Income in 2026

Long-term Treasuries have lost money over the past 10 years. Investment-grade corporate bonds haven't done much better.

The Motley Fool • Mar 24, 2026

Is iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO) a Strong ETF Right Now?

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

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 18, 2026