If you're interested in broad exposure to the Large Cap Value segment of the US equity market, look no further than the Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on December 28, 2015.
Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF targets above-average yields with low volatility, focusing on utilities, consumer staples, and real estate. LVHD offers a 3.3% dividend yield, outpacing most peers, but its total returns and Sharpe ratio have lagged the broader market and top dividend ETFs. The fund's defensive sector tilt and low beta provide downside protection but limit upside in risk-on markets, resulting in underperformance versus benchmarks.
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Value category of the market, the Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD) is a smart beta exchange traded fund launched on 12/28/2015.
Launched on December 28, 2015, the Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Large Cap Value segment of the US equity market.
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Value category of the market, the Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD) is a smart beta exchange traded fund launched on 12/28/2015.
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Large Cap Value segment of the US equity market, the Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 12/28/2015.
Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF offers a differentiated, low-volatility, high-dividend strategy focused on profitable U.S. companies with durable dividends, with sector and single-stock diversification caps. The LVHD ETF underweights tech and communication sectors, favoring consumer staples and utilities, which provides defensive positioning but may miss high-growth opportunities. LVHD charges a low fee, yields 3.47%, and has outperformed peers over 1- and 5-year periods, making it attractive for income-focused investors.
LVHD shows inconsistent performance during market corrections but lags consistently during this bull market. With a turnover rate of 65% this ETF contradicts the promise of stability and adds unnecessary transaction fees. The 3.68% yield isn't truly high yield, and the payout ratio of 74% raises concerns about safety in major downturns.
Making its debut on 12/28/2015, smart beta exchange traded fund Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD) provides investors broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Value category of the market.
With all of the uncertainty swirling around the economy, the stock market has been moving one step forward and two steps back.
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Large Cap Value segment of the US equity market, look no further than the Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 12/28/2015.
LVHD offers lower volatility and reliable dividends, making it suitable for investors seeking defensive positions during market uncertainty, despite its underwhelming 4% starting yield. The fund's strategy focuses on consumer staples and utilities, sectors known for stability, but it lacks significant exposure to high-growth technology companies. LVHD has historically underperformed traditional index-tracking ETFs like SPY and QQQ, making it less appealing for younger investors seeking higher long-term returns.