Amazon is cited as a major wealth creator that SCHD has not owned due to its lack of dividends.
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The ETF to BUY That Beats QQQ (And Why It Wins in 2026)
Sep 1, 2026
This video highlights the Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) as an under-the-radar investment that has outperformed QQQ and the S&P 500. The creator explains that SCHD focuses on quality companies that pay dividends and trade at reasonable prices, with a recent turnover that has refreshed its holdings. The ETF's strategy of buying quality companies on sale, exemplified by its acquisition of United Health Group (UNH) at a discount, is presented as a key reason for its success.
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AFLAC is at all-time highs, benefiting from high interest rates which increase earnings on investments.
BlackRock is at all-time highs, benefiting from high interest rates which increase earnings on investments.
Tesla is down due to price wars, margin compression, weaker demand, and negative sentiment around Elon Musk.
United Health Group is highlighted as a smart addition to SCHD, acquired at a discount due to a temporary price drop.
Chevron is mentioned as a quality company held by SCHD, fitting its strategy of investing in established businesses.
Home Depot is mentioned as a quality company held by SCHD, fitting its strategy of investing in established businesses.
Proctor and Gamble is mentioned as a quality company held by SCHD, fitting its strategy of investing in established businesses.
Coca-Cola is mentioned as a quality company held by SCHD, fitting its strategy of investing in established businesses.
Qualcomm is mentioned as the closest thing to a tech stock in SCHD, viewed by some as a value play with real cash flow.
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