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Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR® Fund (XLP)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

09/16/2025: XLP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type ETF
Historic Profit 0.77%
Avg. Invested days 52
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Key Highlights

Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.62
52 Weeks Range 74.02 - 83.33
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 74.02 - 83.33
Updated Date 06/29/2025

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Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR® Fund

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ETF Overview

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The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDRu00ae Fund (XLP) seeks to provide investment results that, before expenses, correspond generally to the price and yield performance of publicly traded equity securities of companies in the Consumer Staples Select Sector Index.

reliability logo Reputation and Reliability

State Street is a reputable and reliable ETF issuer with a long track record in the market.

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State Street has extensive experience and expertise in managing sector-specific ETFs.

Investment Objective

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To provide investment results that, before expenses, correspond generally to the price and yield performance of the Consumer Staples Select Sector Index.

Investment Approach and Strategy

Strategy: The fund employs a replication strategy, attempting to hold all stocks in the same proportion as their weighting in the index.

Composition The ETF holds stocks of U.S. consumer staples companies, including those involved in food, beverage, household products, and personal care.

Market Position

Market Share: XLP holds a significant market share within the consumer staples ETF sector.

Total Net Assets (AUM): 14390000000

Competitors

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  • VDC
  • RHS
  • FXG
  • IYK

Competitive Landscape

The consumer staples ETF market is competitive, with XLP holding a dominant position. XLP's advantages include its large AUM and high liquidity. Competitors offer different weighting methodologies or focus on specific segments within the sector. XLPu2019s low expense ratio and high liquidity make it a strong contender for investors.

Financial Performance

Historical Performance: Historical performance data is not provided directly but can be obtained from financial data providers.

Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance is designed to closely track the Consumer Staples Select Sector Index.

Expense Ratio: 0.12

Liquidity

Average Trading Volume

XLP exhibits high liquidity with a substantial average daily trading volume.

Bid-Ask Spread

The bid-ask spread for XLP is typically tight, indicating good liquidity and lower trading costs.

Market Dynamics

Market Environment Factors

Economic indicators such as consumer spending, inflation, and interest rates can impact XLP's performance. Sector growth prospects depend on consumer demand and demographic trends.

Growth Trajectory

XLP's growth is tied to the performance of the consumer staples sector. Changes in consumer preferences or economic conditions can influence its holdings and strategy.

Moat and Competitive Advantages

Competitive Edge

XLP's competitive advantages stem from its established brand recognition, large AUM, high liquidity, and low expense ratio within the consumer staples sector. It offers broad exposure to leading consumer staples companies, making it a convenient and cost-effective option for investors. The fund's replication strategy ensures that it closely tracks its benchmark index, providing predictable performance. This transparency and reliability attract a wide range of investors.

Risk Analysis

Volatility

XLP typically exhibits lower volatility compared to broader market indices due to the defensive nature of consumer staples stocks.

Market Risk

Specific risks include changes in consumer preferences, competition within the sector, and regulatory factors affecting the industry.

Investor Profile

Ideal Investor Profile

The ideal investor for XLP is someone seeking stable returns, lower volatility, and exposure to the consumer staples sector. This includes risk-averse investors and those looking for portfolio diversification.

Market Risk

XLP is suitable for long-term investors seeking a defensive allocation, as well as passive index followers.

Summary

The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDRu00ae Fund (XLP) offers exposure to a basket of US consumer staples companies. It aims to replicate the performance of the Consumer Staples Select Sector Index. The ETF has a low expense ratio and is considered to be a low-risk investment relative to broader market ETFs. Investors use XLP to gain exposure to defensive, dividend-paying stocks during periods of economic uncertainty.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • State Street Global Advisors, ETF.com, Bloomberg

Disclaimers:

The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Market data is subject to change.

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About Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR® Fund

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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 companies that have been identified as Consumer Staples companies by the GICS®. It is non-diversified.