SCHD Faces Obvious Interest Rate Pressure But Also Less Obvious Catalysts The Schwab U.S. Dividend ...

SCHD Faces Obvious Interest Rate Pressure But Also Less Obvious Catalysts The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF is feeling the pressure from rising interest rates given its focus on dividends and bond-proxy flavor. But the pressure is offset by a range of factors. The top ones include SCHD's exposure to energy stocks, banking sector profitability, attractive relative valuation, and lack of exposure.