First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund Price & Performance (FDL)

First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders Index Fund (FDL) has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.3573 per share, payable in March. The ETF continues to focus on U.S. companies with consistent and sustainable dividends, maintaining its appeal for income-oriented investors despite recent price fluctuations in the broader market.12

The First Trust Morningstar Dividend Leaders ETF has been downgraded to a sell candidate after a 1.04% drop in its share price, with technical indicators showing little short-term upside. Despite controlled volatility and low risk, analysts expect weak performance in the coming weeks, reflecting caution among investors.34

FDL’s portfolio shows significant concentration, with over 37% allocated to its top five holdings, including Chevron, Verizon, and AbbVie. The ETF invests almost exclusively in U.S. equities, with healthcare, financials, and consumer defensive sectors leading the way, highlighting its focus on stability and yield.56