McDonald’s Among Top-10 in Low-Volatility ETF With 2% Yield
McDonald’s ranks among the top 10 holdings by portfolio weight in the Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF, which tracks the 100 least volatile S&P 500 members. SPLV offers a 2% dividend yield and returned under 6% in the past year, highlighting its defensive profile.
1. McDonald’s in Low-Volatility ETF
The Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF focuses on the 100 least volatile S&P 500 companies by trailing 12-month volatility and counts McDonald’s Corp among its top-10 holdings by portfolio weight.
2. Dividend Yield and Defensive Profile
SPLV delivers a 2% dividend yield and has returned under 6% over the past 12 months, underperforming the broader S&P 500 index but offering downside protection during market sell-offs.
3. Implications for McDonald’s Stock Demand
Inclusion in a defensive ETF like SPLV may support demand for McDonald’s shares among income-focused and risk-averse investors seeking stable dividend payers during periods of market uncertainty.