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In this video we're going to be reviewing the Vanguard High Yield Dividend ETF (TSE:VDY). This is one of the most popular Canadian dividend ETFs in the country and has provided a solid stream of passive income for many Canadians over the years. However, now that policy rates are higher and the companies inside it are struggling, should we be rethinking the idea that this is one of the top ETFs in Canada? Are there better options right now? We review VDY in this video.

Is This Top Canadian Dividend ETF a Complete Dud? In-Depth VDY Review Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction
01:08 - What is the Vanguard High Dividend Yielding ETF (TSE:VDY)
02:30 - Underlying Holding Valuation
05:04 - Top Holdings and Why They're Struggling
08:38 - VDY Performance
10:27 - The Main Reason for Lack of Performance
11:47 - Concentration of Allocations
14:23 - Index Strategy
15:00 - Distribution Makeup
16:20 - My Overall Opinion on VDY