SPDR S&P Dividend ETF Price & Performance (SDY)

The SPDR S&P Dividend ETF (SDY) has added 18 new companies, including Costco and Verizon, to its portfolio. These firms boast 20 years of consecutive dividend increases. Smaller additions include Hawkins and M&G Energy, reflecting a diverse strategy. This multicap approach highlights the fund's focus on both large and smaller firms.1

Retail stocks, including Kohl's and Nordstrom, have sharply declined following weak consumer spending data and disappointing earnings. Kohl's cut its dividend by 75% and issued a grim 2025 outlook, while February retail sales dropped again. Broader concerns about inflation and tightening household budgets are pressuring the sector.2

The SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF (SPYD) has outperformed the Global X SuperDividend U.S. ETF (DIV) over the past decade. While SPYD's dividend payments and total returns have grown, DIV has seen declining capital and payouts. Investors seeking long-term growth may favor SPYD for its balanced approach.3