Investor interest in dividend ETFs rises before Federal Reserve rate decision, anticipating potential rate easing.

Investor interest in dividend stocks is rising ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision as some strategists anticipate a potential easing of rates. Dividend-focused ETFs, such as ALPS' O'Shares U.S. Quality Dividend ETF (OUSA) and its small-cap counterpart, are gaining popularity as defensive strategies due to their focus on stable dividends and clean balance sheets. The dividend category in ETFs has seen a recent surge in interest, as companies with dividend-paying capital structures could benefit from lower interest rates.

August 24, 2024
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