iShares Semiconductor ETF vs Vanguard S&P 500 ETF — how do they compare? iShares Semiconductor ETF trades at $554.2, while Vanguard S&P 500 ETF trades at $687.63. The key difference: Vanguard S&P 500 ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, iShares Semiconductor ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| SOXX | VOO | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Sector/Thematic | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $655.01 | $698.29 |
52-Week Low | $236.93 | $571.45 |
Trailing returns across standard periods
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SOXX provides investors with exposure to U.S. companies that design, manufacture, and distribute semiconductors. It tracks the ICE Semiconductor Index, offering a targeted investment in the technology sector's foundational components, including firms that produce chips, related equipment, and services. SOXX is a key vehicle for investors seeking to capitalize on trends in artificial intelligence, 5G, and other technologies that rely heavily on advanced semiconductor technology.
Read more on SOXX →VOO is a foundational ETF that tracks the S&P 500 Index, providing exposure to 500 of the largest and most established companies in the United States. Renowned for its ultra-low expense ratio and tax efficiency, it serves as a core building block for long-term investors seeking to capture the total return of the U.S. large-cap market in a single, highly liquid vehicle.
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