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Dividend Growth: The fund favors companies that not only pay dividends but also have a proven history of increasing those payments.
Financial Strength: Companies are assessed on metrics like return on equity and free cash flow, ensuring that only financially robust entities are selected.
When investing in SCD, you benefit from a diversified portfolio, which mitigates risks associated with economic downturns by spreading investments across various sectors, including financials, healthcare, consumer staples, and technology.