Diversifying Dividends: Sketching Out My Battle Plan For 2026

I plan to diversify my REIT-heavy portfolio by systematically allocating to four dividend-focused ETFs in 2026. US economic growth remains steady but subdued, while equity valuations are elevated, suggesting muted long-term returns. REITs appear attractively valued with fading headwinds, offering plausible outperformance as fundamentals improve and rate cuts loom.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 13, 2025

Should First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders ETF (FDL) Be on Your Investing Radar?

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Large Cap Value segment of the US equity market, the First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders ETF (FDL) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on March 9, 2006.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 28, 2025

5 High-Dividend ETFs to Earn Current Income

Market looks overheated? Earn stable income with high-dividend ETFs?

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 25, 2025

Dividend Aristocrats Vs. High Yielders: Which Are Better For Long-Term Investors?

High-yielding stocks get a lot of attention. But a lot of them have underperformed over the long run. Which are better? High yielders or dividend growth stocks?

Seeking Alpha • Nov 14, 2025

6 Dividend ETFs Under $50 to Buy Now

Market volatility sparks income hunt -- dividend ETFs like SCHD, CGDV, SPYD, IDV, FDL & DIVO under $50 offer steady yields and value.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 14, 2025

FDL: Dividend Income And Capital Preservation When It Counts

First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund offers high yield and capital preservation for income-focused investors seeking risk diversification. FDL's defensive, value-oriented portfolio provides resilience during market downturns, but underperforms broad market benchmarks, like IWB, in total returns. The ETF's high concentration in top holdings and elevated expense ratio pose risks, making it better suited as a portfolio complement, not a core holding.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 23, 2025

Build Your Lifetime Income Stream: 5 Dividend ETFs Worth Owning

If you are looking for a source of income that outlives you, look into dividend ETFs that are time-tested over decades.

24/7 Wall Street • Sep 28, 2025

FDL: The Portfolio Rebalance Is Hurting Performance; Consider Alternatives

I downgrade FDL to hold due to its heavy energy and health care exposure, which are underperforming and dragging on returns. The recent portfolio rebalance increased FDL's risk and volatility, with 55% concentration in its top 10 holdings and poor sector outlooks. While FDL offers a strong 4% yield and dividend growth, its sluggish price momentum and sector struggles limit upside potential.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 11, 2025

How To Clean Up Your Dividend Portfolio (Without Panic Or Regret)

Holding a bunch of stocks from the same sector doesn't mean you're diversified. In fact, it could make your portfolio more vulnerable. Small positions (

Seeking Alpha • Jun 5, 2025

FDL: A Deep Dive Into Yield, Safety, And Timing

FDL offers a rules-based, high-yield, value-tilted ETF focused on consistent dividend payers, favoring defensive sectors for income-oriented investors. Performance analysis shows FDL excels during pullbacks and late-stage rallies, but underperforms in sharp market crashes after consolidation phases. Despite past volatility issues, FDL's recent returns and the current macro environment make it attractive for yield-focused and defensive portfolio stabilization.

Seeking Alpha • May 31, 2025