Two of the market's most popular income ETFs compared side-by-side. See which one fits your yield strategy.
What this means: AMECX is ratedTier 2 (Yield Plus)while HDV is ratedTier 1 (Cornerstone).HDV is structurally lower risk than AMECX.
| Metric | AMECX | HDV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Return (1Y) | 34.49% | 11.80% |
| NAV Change (1Y) | 3.65% | 8.01% |
| Max Drawdown | -16.86% | -17.04% |
| Beta | - | - |
* Returns include dividend reinvestment. Drawdown calculates peak-to-trough decline over trailing 12 months.
AMECX (American Funds Income Fund of Amer A) is a conservative dividend growth fund managed by American Funds. It focuses on generating income through strategic holdings. With significant capital, this fund has been operational since its inception.
Strategy: Focuses on quality dividend-paying companies with strong balance sheets and consistent payout histories.
HDV (iShares Core High Dividend) is a conservative dividend growth fund managed by iShares. It focuses on generating income through strategic holdings. With $12.0B in assets under management, this fund has been operational since its inception.
Strategy: Focuses on quality dividend-paying companies with strong balance sheets and consistent payout histories.
In the head-to-head battle of AMECX vs HDV, the choice depends on your specific goal. AMECX wins for Immediate Income with a 30.84% yield. However, AMECX is the better choice for Long-Term Growth due to superior total return performance.
Which fund is safer for retirement income? We analyze the yield sustainability and structural risk.
The Bottom Line Question: If you invest $100,000 today, how much cash will you actually receive each month? Here's the exact math:
AMECX
Annual Yield: 30.84%
$2,570/mo
($30,839/year)
Frequency: quarterly
HDV
Annual Yield: 3.79%
$316/mo
($3,792/year)
Frequency: quarterly
Income Gap: AMECX generates $27,047/year more than HDV on the same $100k investment.
Over 20 years, that's $540,941 in additional cash flow (before reinvestment).
Context Matters: Higher income doesn't always mean better investment. Review the "Yield Trap" and "Total Return" sections above—you want income that's sustainable, not just headline-grabbing.
Historical data reveals how these funds behave during market stress. AMECX has delivered a superior Total Return of 34.49% over the past year.
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