Some Dividend Growth ETFs Are Beating the Broad Market -- Is It Sustainable?

Key Points A few dividend growth ETFs have recently outperformed the broader market. Dividend growth strategies can provide stability during market volatility. Historically, reinvested dividends have led to outperformance. These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › Dividend growth exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are having their day in the sun, often outperforming the broad market. For example, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSEMKT: SCHD) has delivered a one-year total return of 28.7% (through Sept. 10, 2026), compared with the S&P 500 's return of roughly 18.6% over the same period. While some dividend growth ETFs are making waves, it's worth taking a closer look.