Should Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD) Be on Your Investing Radar?
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.
LVHD: Low-Volatility Ingredient Begets Lackluster Total Returns
Passively managed LVHD targets less volatile, high-yield stocks selected from the Solactive U.S. Broad Market Index. Despite its comfortable downside capture, LVHD's total returns were a mere disappointment in the past, as it was incapable of keeping pace with the market during recoveries. LVHD's portfolio has a defensive tilt, with strong quality, appealing valuation, and a high dividend yield, yet growth is a weak spot.
Time to Buy 5 Beaten-Down Dividend ETFs?
While the stock market has been hovering around a record level, there are valid reasons to approach the current situation with caution.
