SCHD vs SMH: Which is better?
Quick Takeaway: SCHD has a lower expense ratio (0.06%) than SMH (0.35%), making it more cost-effective for long-term buy-and-hold investors.
Comparison Matrix
| Metric | SCHD (Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF) | SMH (VanEck Semiconductor ETF) |
|---|---|---|
| Asset Class | US Large Cap Value | US Semiconductors |
| Expense Ratio | 0.06% | 0.35% |
| Dividend Yield | 3.45% | 0.45% |
| AUM | $50B | $24B |
| Benchmark | Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index | MVIS US Listed Semiconductor 25 Index |
