iShares Semiconductor ETF vs Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund — how do they compare? iShares Semiconductor ETF trades at $553.2, while Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund trades at $50.12. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| SOXX | XLB | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Sector/Thematic | — |
52-Week High | $655.01 | $53.62 |
52-Week Low | $236.93 | $42.23 |
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 →In seeking to track the performance of the index, the fund employs a replication strategy. It generally invests substantially all, but at least 95%, of its total assets in the securities comprising the index. The index includes securities of companies from the following industries: chemicals; metals and mining; paper and forest products; containers and packaging; and construction materials. The fund is non-diversified.
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