"When you're in or even just approaching retirement age, income and stability tend to matter more than chasing the next big growth story. That's why many retirees are keeping their investments away from volatile tech stocks and moving into defensive dividend ETFs that offer dependable payouts and lower risk. Rest assured that these funds aren't built for thrill-seekers looking to day-trade; instead, they are ideal for retirees who want to focus on preserving their capital while earning a steady income,"
"The Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (NASDAQ:VXUS) offers exposure to more than 8,700 companies right now, with a median market cap of $45 billion. On the growth side, retirees should have plenty of comfort knowing this ETF isn't a risky bet as it's up 29.09% YTD and 21.19% over the last three years. However, where things get really interesting for Vanguard Total International Stock ETF shareholders is with its 2.75% dividend yield."
Retirees concerned about market volatility prioritize income and capital preservation over aggressive growth. Defensive dividend ETFs attract retirees by offering dependable payouts and lower risk compared with volatile tech stocks. Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS) provides broad exposure to over 8,700 companies with a median market cap near $45 billion and notable recent returns. VXUS yields about 2.75%, equating to roughly $2.04 annually, with the most recent payout around $0.35 per share and prior payouts exceeding $1.00 per share. Quarterly distributions and international diversification help hedge domestic concentration while adding potentially higher foreign yield.
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