The Schwab International Equity ETF (SCHF) and SPDR Portfolio Developed World ex-US ETF (SPDW) both have ultra-low expense ratios of 0.03% and similar sector allocations. SCHF outperforms SPDW in five-year growth, with $1,593 vs $1,567 from a $1,000 investment, and has a lower beta of 0.86 compared to SPDW’s 0.88. SCHF also has more assets and a slightly higher dividend yield. Both ETFs offer core international equity exposure and are affordable, charging just 0.03% in annual expenses. SCHF has a slightly higher dividend yield, making it attractive for income-focused investors.

In terms of differences, SCHF has $57.7 billion in assets under management (AUM), while SPDW has $35.1 billion. Despite the contrast in size, it doesn’t significantly affect liquidity for investors. Investors seeking international exposure may find both SCHF and SPDW appealing, with SCHF offering a slightly higher yield. Both funds provide diversified exposure to developed-market equities outside the United States, with SPDW holding 2,390 stocks and SCHF holding 1,499 stocks. Top sectors include financial services, industrials, and technology for both ETFs. Neither fund includes leverage, currency hedging, or ESG overlays, maintaining plain-vanilla international exposure.

For investors looking for low-cost international exposure, SCHF and SPDW are both viable options. With near-identical expense ratios of 0.03%, similar volatility profiles, and comparable performance over the last five years, either fund could be a suitable choice. SCHF has a marginal edge in dividend yield, while SPDW offers slightly higher growth of $1,567 compared to $1,593 over five years from a $1,000 investment. Both ETFs are core holdings for international diversification.

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