DGRO

The iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO) invests in a diversified portfolio of U.S. large‑cap equities, selecting companies that have a documented history of increasing their dividends; its holdings are overwhelmingly concentrated in the United States with modest exposure to other regions. The fund tracks the Morningstar US Dividend Growth Index, using a representative‑sampling approach that weights constituents by the amount of dividend dollars they pay, and it spans sectors such as financials, health care, technology, consumer staples and industrials. This structure makes DGRO suitable for investors seeking a core equity exposure that emphasizes reliable dividend growth and modest income while also offering the potential for long‑term capital appreciation, such as retirement or income‑oriented portfolios.