Schwab International Equity ETF (SCHF)
| Assets | $48.89B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.03% |
| PE Ratio | 16.14 |
| Shares Out | 2.22B |
| Dividend (ttm) | $0.57 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.55% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 25, 2025 |
| Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Payout Ratio | 41.19% |
| Volume | 5,005,652 |
| Open | 22.13 |
| Previous Close | 22.15 |
| Day's Range | 22.13 - 22.21 |
| 52-Week Low | 17.56 |
| 52-Week High | 22.21 |
| Beta | 0.85 |
| Holdings | 1452 |
| Inception Date | Nov 3, 2009 |
About SCHF
Fund Home PageThe Schwab International Equity ETF (SCHF) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the FTSE All-World Developed x US index. The fund tracks the FTSE Developed ex-US Index, a market cap-weighted index that consists of large- and mid-cap stocks in developed markets. SCHF was launched on Nov 3, 2009 and is issued by Charles Schwab.
Top 10 Holdings
10.38% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ASML Holding N.V. | ASML | 1.35% |
| SAP SE | SAP | 1.35% |
| Nestlé S.A. | NESN | 1.09% |
| Roche Holding AG | ROG | 0.98% |
| Novartis AG | NOVN | 0.98% |
| Novo Nordisk A/S | NOVO.B | 0.95% |
| Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | 005930 | 0.95% |
| Shell plc | SHEL | 0.92% |
| HSBC Holdings plc | HSBA | 0.92% |
| AstraZeneca PLC | AZN | 0.90% |
Dividends
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2025 | $0.1436 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| Dec 13, 2024 | $0.4217 | Dec 18, 2024 |
| Jun 26, 2024 | $0.18125 | Jul 1, 2024 |
| Dec 6, 2023 | $0.3519 | Dec 11, 2023 |
| Jun 21, 2023 | $0.1963 | Jun 26, 2023 |
| Dec 7, 2022 | $0.3137 | Dec 12, 2022 |
Performance
SCHF had a total return of 18.37% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.70%.
News
SPEU Vs. SCHF: A Focus On Europe Is Looking More Attractive
Heavy exposure to Japan in the Schwab International Equity ETF poses potential risks due to emerging issues in the Japanese market, prompting a reassessment of my earlier outlook. The SPDR® Portfolio ...
Never Bet Against America? I'm Considering It With This International ETF
The U.S. remains the dominant global economic power, but ongoing trade tensions may threaten its long-term leadership. I continue to invest in American businesses, but believe diversifying internation...
SCHF: Multiple Reasons To Remain Long Non-US, Developed Stocks
I continue to search for ways to diversify outside the US, and this fund offers broad exposure to the developed world. SCHF holds a lot of Japanese and UK shares, and they are attractively priced comp...
SCHF: International Stocks On The Verge Of A Massive Breakout, Still Cheap Too
SCHF has a buy rating due to its modest valuation, strong relative strength, and impressive performance in developed international markets, including Europe. The ETF offers low-cost, tax-efficient exp...
Pick Up SCHF While Foreign Stocks Are On Sale
Schwab International Equity Fund appears to be a great option for conservative investors who want to own large cap stocks in developed markets outside the US. Stocks in the US have never been so expen...
SCHF And IDHQ: Consider These ETFs For An Ex-US Tilt
For those considering an international tilt due to the S&P 500's mega-cap overweight, despite ex-US stocks' past underperformance, we suggest two different ETFs. All available Ex-US ETFs suffer from o...
Schwab Asset Management Announces ETF Share Splits
WESTLAKE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Schwab Asset Management®, the asset management arm of The Charles Schwab Corporation, today announced forward share splits on 20 Schwab ETFs. Forward ETF share splits...
SCHF: Earnings Growth Should Accelerate In 2025
SCHF is expected to see earnings growth accelerating in 2025. The fund's exposure to U.K. and Japan is favorable. Its valuation is also not expensive.
SCHF: How International ETFs Might Outperform The U.S. Market
Schwab International Equity ETF is a buy due to its attractive valuation and potential for strong returns in international equities. SCHF offers broad diversification at a low cost and has a dividend ...
SCHF: Still A Great Option For Diversification
The article evaluates the Schwab International Equity ETF as an investment option at its current market price. SCHF offers US investors a way to get exposure beyond the Mag 7, which I feel is especial...
SCHF: Navigating Diversification Waters In 2024
SCHF is a leading ETF that focuses on equities outside the United States, offering diversification opportunities in an uncertain 2024.
SCHF: Domestic Equities Still Offer The Most Compelling Risk/Reward
Global equity markets have seen a surge in capital flows following the Fed's decision to pause its hiking cycle. The Schwab International Equity ETF is a potential option for diversifying non-U.S. exp...
SCHF: A Solid International Fund That Needs Value To Outperform
SCHF is a cost-effective ETF that provides broad exposure to international equities, offering diversification from an overheated US market. The fund has a diverse portfolio of 1,543 securities, with a...
BofA reports inflows into global stocks are on a record-setting pace — and ETFs may be a way to play the hot trade
There's a corner of the market gaining traction among ETF investors, according to The ETF Store president Nate Geraci.
"There's always going to be something": ETFs amid uncertainty
SCHF: It Is Time To Accumulate But Patience Is Needed
SCHF has a portfolio of large-cap stocks focused in developed markets (excluding the U.S.). SCHF's fund price has an inverse correlation to the U.S. treasury yield.
SCHF: Bad Timing For International Markets Hurts The Fund's Attractiveness
Schwab International Equity ETF tracks the FTSE Developed ex US Index, offering exposure toward developed stock markets across the world. The fund charges a low 0.06% expense ratio offers an attractiv...
SCHF: Tread Carefully For Now
Equity markets have had a difficult 2022, and SCHF does not provide any exception to that reality. While I have been advocating developed market exposure recently (outside the U.S.), I think investors...
SCHF: Developed Markets Look Attractive
Geo-political risks have weighed on markets globally. While I am cautious on Europe as a whole, SCHF is overweight on areas that are less exposed to the current crisis.
SCHF: A Good ETF To Diversify U.S. Market Risk
SCHF can be used to diversify efficiently some portion of the portfolio away from US stocks, which are now at an inflection point. The ETF is well-diversified, both across sectors and constituents.
SCHF: A Good Option To Diversify Into Developed World Stocks
.S. stocks have been delivering alpha this year, and that could certainly continue. However, I think there is some political risk on the horizon that could temper the bullish sentiment. SCHF holds dev...
A Schwab ETF For Accessing International Equities At A Nominal Fee
As investors look for equity market value, plenty of developed markets outside the U.S.