Fund info

Schwab Dividend Equity Fund is an actively managed mutual fund designed to generate current income primarily through dividends while also seeking capital appreciation. The fund focuses on investing in U.S. large-cap, dividend-paying companies, typically allocating assets to both common and preferred stocks from sectors like financials, energy, consumer staples, and utilities. The top holdings include well-known names such as JPMorgan Chase, Exxon Mobil, and Coca-Cola, reflecting a diversified approach within the large-cap universe. The fund employs a disciplined, fundamentally driven investment process using proprietary equity ratings to identify companies with strong dividend potential and robust fundamentals. Schwab Dividend Equity Fund stands out for its intention to offer a higher dividend yield with a risk profile comparable to major value benchmarks, and it pays dividends on a quarterly basis. Its structure provides investors with a convenient way to potentially benefit from the reduced tax rate on qualified dividend income, making it a prominent choice for those seeking steady, tax-advantaged income alongside long-term growth opportunities within the U.S. equity market.