2 ETFs Paying Reliable Dividends in an Uncertain Market

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF pays a huge distribution yield and is beating the market. The Vanguard High Yield Dividend ETF ropes in both large- and mid-cap dividend stocks.

The Motley Fool • Jun 1, 2026

2 High-Yield Vanguard ETFs That Have Taken in More Than $2 Billion in 2026

While dividend stocks aren't getting much attention, a pair of Vanguard high-yield ETFs has each attracted more than $2 billion in net new money. High-yielders have been one of the better-performing defensive areas of the equity market.

The Motley Fool • May 30, 2026

VYM Climbs 26% In a Year While Its Core Dividend Payers Extend Their Streaks

The Vanguard High Dividend Yield Index Fund ETF Shares (NYSEARCA:VYM | VYM Price Prediction) is one of the simplest income vehicles in the market: it owns roughly 500 U.S.

24/7 Wall Street • May 29, 2026

Forget The Dividend: VYM Is About Derisking From The Tech Bubble

I think VYM is a compelling tool for derisking and diversifying away from tech-heavy indices like the S&P 500. VYM's methodology selects non-hyped, shareholder-oriented large and mid-cap stocks, avoiding the 'Magnificent 7' and speculative sectors, with ~17% tech exposure. Despite its 'high yield' label, VYM's ~2.2% yield is subpar for income seekers; its strength lies in efficient, low-cost diversification and an unexpected tax efficiency in regard to dividends.

Seeking Alpha • May 28, 2026

Here's How Much You'd Need to Invest in VYM to Generate $500 per Month in Dividends

The Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF is one of the most popular dividend ETFs in the marketplace. Its lax selection strategy means the fund owns more than 600 stocks and yields a modest 2.3% currently.

The Motley Fool • May 26, 2026

3 ETFs Built for the Slower Summer Trading Season

Trading volumes tend to decline in the summer as people take vacations and get out of the office. History shows that the summer months often feature below-average returns and downside risk catalysts.

The Motley Fool • May 24, 2026

VYM, SCHD, and SPHD Generate $7,300 Yearly Income From 690 Stocks With Zero Single-Company Risk

The Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (NYSEARCA:VYM | VYM Price Prediction) addresses a specific retirement problem: drawing income from stocks without concentrating the outcome in any one company.

24/7 Wall Street • May 23, 2026

A Million-Dollar Portfolio. Two Vanguard Funds.

There is an old saying in investing that a portfolio is like a bar of soap: the more you touch it, the smaller it gets.

24/7 Wall Street • May 22, 2026

How Do the Vanguard and iShares High Dividend ETFs Stack Up on Fees, Yield, and Performance?

Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF offers a lower expense ratio but has a lower trailing-12-month dividend yield than iShares Core High Dividend ETF. iShares Core High Dividend ETF maintains a more concentrated portfolio of 74 holdings, while Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF holds more than 600 securities.

The Motley Fool • May 22, 2026

A $620,000 Portfolio That Pays More Than the Average Couple's Combined Social Security

This is the dividend growth lane.

24/7 Wall Street • May 21, 2026