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26 Jul 2026, 22:07 UTC · 1h ago
Here's Why SCHD is Beating the S&P 500 in 2026 YTD
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26 Jul 2026, 22:07 UTC · 1h ago
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Energy sector supply disruptions stemming from the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict in the Strait of Hormuz have significantly boosted market returns for energy stocks. — Geopolitical conflict in a critical oil chokepoint typically spikes energy prices, benefiting energy equities and inflation-linked assets.
+0.60Large-cap value stocks and value-oriented strategies have broadly outperformed growth stocks and the S&P 500 in 2026. — A broad rotation from growth to value indicates a shift in market regime, affecting sector valuations and risk appetite.
+0.40The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) has achieved a 21.62% year-to-date total return as of July 21, 2026, significantly outperforming the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO). — Strong performance of a major dividend ETF signals increased investor appetite for yield and financial quality over speculative growth.
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The fund has significantly outperformed the S&P 500 in 2026 with a 21.62% total return and is praised for its low expense ratio and sophisticated screening process.
The fund is used as a benchmark that SCHD is currently outperforming, with a lower year-to-date gain of 10.36%.
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