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Why Dividend ETFs Cushion Portfolios Better Than S&P 500 in Downturns

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  • Historical analysis shows dividend ETFs like Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) outperformed the broader S&P 500 during the 2022 bear market, declining only 14.7% versus the index's 25.4% drop.
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