The Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG) has shown stronger recent returns and boasts a larger, more diversified portfolio compared to the iShares Core High Dividend ETF (HDV). HDV offers a higher dividend yield and lower volatility, with more exposure to defensive and energy sectors. VIG has a lower cost and higher liquidity but its yield is lower than HDV. VIG has an expense ratio of 0.05% compared to HDV’s 0.08% and has assets under management ten times that of HDV. HDV focuses on higher-yielding stocks and has a more concentrated portfolio in defensive sectors. Both ETFs cater to different investor preferences, with VIG appealing to growth potential and HDV catering to income and lower volatility.

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