Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD): outlook, holdings and fees
Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF (LVHD) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Franklin Templeton, Inc. The expense ratio is 0.27% and the yield is 3.47%. The ten largest holdings are 26% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on LVHD
| Last price | $45.63 (+0.8%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 55% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $44.70 – $47.04 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.9% |
| Distribution yield | 3.47% · quarterly |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
LVHD fund facts
| Issuer | Franklin Templeton, Inc |
|---|---|
| Theme | Volatility |
| Assets under management | $599M |
| Expense ratio | 0.27% |
| Number of holdings | 48 |
| Portfolio turnover | 50% |
| Inception | Dec 28, 2015 |
| Exchange | NASDAQ |
The index is composed of stocks of U.S. companies across a wide range of market capitalizations, including the largest 3,000 U.S. stocks as determined by the Solactive U.S. Broad Market Index. The fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets, plus borrowings for investment purposes, if any, in securities that compose the index.
LVHD top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| The Coca-Cola Company KO | Consumer Defensive | 2.86% |
| Chevron Corp CVX | Energy | 2.93% |
| Johnson & Johnson JNJ | Healthcare | 2.71% |
| Altria Group MO | Consumer Defensive | 2.71% |
| Verizon Communications Inc VZ | Communication Services | 2.63% |
| Procter & Gamble Company PG | Consumer Defensive | 2.54% |
| U.S. Bancorp USB | Financial Services | 2.51% |
| Kimberly-Clark Corporation KMB | Consumer Defensive | 2.45% |
| PepsiCo Inc PEP | Consumer Defensive | 2.50% |
| McDonald’s Corporation MCD | Consumer Cyclical | 2.46% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
LVHD sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Utilities | 25.2% |
| Consumer Defensive | 21.0% |
| Real Estate | 14.9% |
| Financial Services | 8.4% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 7.5% |
| Energy | 6.1% |
| Industrials | 5.1% |
| Healthcare | 5.0% |
| Technology | 3.5% |
| Communication Services | 3.3% |
By region: North America 100.0%.
LVHD returns and risk
| Year to date | +8.3% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +8.3% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +12.4% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +6.5% |
| 10 years (annualised) | +7.8% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 12.4% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.56 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
LVHD: frequently asked questions
What does LVHD invest in?
Franklin U.S. Low Volatility High Dividend Index ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are The Coca-Cola Company (2.9%), Chevron Corp (2.9%), Johnson & Johnson (2.7%), Altria Group (2.7%), Verizon Communications Inc (2.6%).
What is the LVHD expense ratio?
0.27% a year: about $27.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the LVHD dividend yield?
3.47%, paid quarterly. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will LVHD go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 55%, with a likely range (50%) of $44.70 to $47.04 from $45.63 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has LVHD performed?
Year to date +8.3%, one year +8.3%, three years +12.4% a year, five years +6.5% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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