DGRW — WisdomTree US Quality Dividend Growth ETF
WisdomTree · Expense Ratio: 0.28% · Dividend · 13bp above the Dividend category average of 0.15%
Key Facts
| Ticker | DGRW |
| Full Name | WisdomTree US Quality Dividend Growth ETF |
| Provider | WisdomTree |
| Expense Ratio | 0.28% |
| Category | Dividend |
| Assets Under Management | $15B |
| Inception Year | 2013 (13 years ago) |
| Number of Holdings | 290 |
| Dividend Yield | ~1.8% (moderate) |
| Top Holdings | MSFT, AAPL, AVGO, JNJ |
What Is DGRW?
DGRW, managed by WisdomTree, launched in 2013, is a well-established ETF with adequate liquidity for most investors in the Dividend category. Dividend-focused ETF investing in companies with consistent and growing dividend payouts. With $15B in assets under management, it has adequate trading volume for most individual investors.
DGRW in a FIRE Portfolio
With its focus on dividend-paying stocks, this fund can generate retirement income for FIRE investors, reducing the need to sell holdings during market downturns.
At a ~1.8% yield, a $1M position in DGRW would generate approximately $18,000/year in dividend income. For FIRE investors, dividend income reduces the need to sell holdings during market downturns — a strategy known as "living off dividends."
Cost Analysis: How DGRW's 0.28% Fee Affects Your FIRE Timeline
At 0.28%, DGRW is moderately priced. Annual cost on a $100K position: $280. Over 30 years, fees could consume approximately 1.7% of total returns. On a $1M FIRE portfolio, cumulative fees approach $28,000. Compare with lower-cost peers in Dividend: .
Dividend Income Potential
With a moderate dividend yield of approximately 1.8%, here's what DGRW could generate in annual income at different portfolio sizes:
| Portfolio Value | Annual Dividend Income | Monthly Income |
|---|---|---|
| $100,000 | $1,800/year | $150/month |
| $250,000 | $4,500/year | $375/month |
| $500,000 | $9,000/year | $750/month |
| $1,000,000 | $18,000/year | $1,500/month |
Frequently Asked Questions About DGRW
What is the expense ratio for DGRW?
DGRW has an expense ratio of 0.28%. This is moderately priced — on a $100K portfolio, annual fees are $280. 13bp above the dividend category average of 0.15%.
Is DGRW good for a FIRE portfolio?
With its focus on dividend-paying stocks, this fund can generate retirement income for FIRE investors, reducing the need to sell holdings during market downturns. Its 0.28% expense ratio is moderately priced for the Dividend category.
How does the 0.28% fee affect long-term returns?
At 0.28%, annual costs are $280/$100K. Over 30 years, this could reduce your final portfolio value by 1.7% or more. For a $1M FIRE portfolio, that's $16,800+ in lost compound growth.
Is DGRW liquid enough for my portfolio?
DGRW manages $15B in assets — a well-established ETF with adequate liquidity for most investors. For most individual FIRE investors making regular contributions, liquidity is sufficient. If you're investing large lump sums ($100K+), use limit orders to control your execution price.
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