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The Fidelity High Dividend ETF (FDVV) stands 4.2% below its all-time high with a 2.8% dividend yield. Unlike traditional high-dividend ETFs that focus on consumer staples, energy, and utilities, FDVV takes a unique approach by allocating 31.2% to technology stocks, offering growth potential alongside income. The fund's low 0.15% expense ratio and diversified holdings make it an attractive option for buy-and-hold investors seeking both dividend income and long-term appreciation.

iShares Core High Dividend ETF (HDV) and Fidelity High Dividend ETF (FDVV) offer contrasting approaches to dividend investing. HDV emphasizes defensive sectors like energy and staples with lower volatility and a 0.08% expense ratio, while FDVV incorporates tech exposure with higher growth potential but greater volatility and a 0.15% expense ratio.

HDV has delivered 12.8% CAGR since 2021 with a 2.9% yield, while FDVV achieved 13.5% CAGR with a 2.8% yield. The choice depends on whether investors prioritize conservative income or growth-oriented dividend strategies.

The article highlights three Fidelity ETFs designed for investors seeking high yields with portfolio diversification and lower volatility. FDVV focuses on dividend-paying large and mid-cap companies with a 2.63% yield and 13.2% annualized returns over a decade.

FYEE uses covered calls on S&P 500 stocks to generate a 9.11% yield but with tax implications. FIDI offers international diversification with a 3.89% yield and 19.9% annualized three-year returns, avoiding tech sector concentration.

The American Century U.S. Quality Value ETF (VALQ) is reviewed as a reasonable smart beta option for investors seeking value exposure with broad diversification across 226 holdings. The fund has delivered 7.02% returns year-to-date and 10.23% over the past year, with a competitive 0.29% expense ratio. However, cheaper alternatives like iShares Core S&P U.S. Value ETF (IUSV) at 0.04% expense ratio and traditional market cap-weighted ETFs may be better for cost-conscious investors.