iShares Select Dividend ETF Delivers 3.39% Yield, 11% Upside Projection
The iShares Select Dividend ETF DVY yields roughly 3.39% with a 0.38% expense ratio and holds about 100 utilities, financials and industrial stocks for steady income. Analysts rate it a Moderate Buy with a $168.47 price target implying 11% upside.
1. Dividend Yield and Expense Ratio
DVY focuses on companies with at least five years of dividend payments, offering a current yield of about 3.39% and charging a 0.38% expense ratio, making it one of the higher-yielding options among major dividend ETFs.
2. Portfolio Composition and Sector Tilt
The ETF holds roughly 100 U.S. stocks, with significant allocations to utilities, financials and industrials, targeting firms that generate consistent cash flow and prioritize dividend distributions.
3. Comparison with HDV ETF
Unlike HDV’s financial health–focused screen and 2.88% yield with a 0.08% fee, DVY emphasizes dividend consistency over balance-sheet strength, resulting in a broader portfolio and higher payout but at a higher cost.
4. Analyst Outlook and Upside Potential
Analysts assign DVY a Moderate Buy rating, citing its established payout record and yield profile, and project a $168.47 average price target that suggests an approximate 11% upside.