The SCHD stock forecast metrics show an annualized volatility near 12%, lower than the S&P 500, indicating more stability for cautious market participants adjusting portfolios ahead of Fed rate changes. The post 3 Evergreen Dividend Stock Champions to Buy Now and Hold Forever appeared first on InvestorPlace . Notably, the stocks held by SCHD with the highest upside potential include Guess (GES), Leggett & Platt (LEG), and Apa Corp (APA). In contrast, the stocks with the highest downside potential are The Hershey Company (HSY), Bank of Hawaii (BOH), Paychex (PAYX), and Altria (MO). Short-term SCHD stock forecast signals suggest possible consolidation in the $76–$78 range before the next breakout, correlating with dividend payout announcements. Volume spikes often accompany these cycles.