Dividend Aristocrats' Momentum Fades in March 2026

The Dividend Aristocrats have enjoyed strong momentum in early 2026, but most of the gains from January and February have been erased in March. Despite this, the ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat ETF has returned 3.2% year-to-date, outperforming the S&P 500. The ETF tracks the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index, which comprises S&P 500 companies with 25+ years of consecutive dividend increases. The top-performing Dividend Aristocrats in March include PepsiCo, Sysco, and Coca-Cola.