Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF: A Solid Option for Income Seekers

The Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD) is a smart beta ETF that provides broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Value category. It has a market capitalization of $579.29 million and an expense ratio of 0.27%. The ETF tracks the QS Low Volatility High Dividend Index, which provides stable income through investment in profitable U.S. companies with high dividend yields and lower price and earnings volatility. Its top holdings include Cisco Systems, Chevron, and Medtronic. The ETF has added 8.03% this year and is up 9.08% in the last one year.