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SPDR® S&P Retail ETF (XRT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/29/2025: XRT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 2.48% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/29/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.5 | 52 Weeks Range 61.17 - 83.81 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 61.17 - 83.81 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
SPDR® S&P Retail ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The SPDRu00ae S&P Retail ETF (XRT) seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&P Retail Select Industry Index. It primarily focuses on the retail sector, allocating assets across various retail sub-industries. The fund employs a replication strategy to match the index's holdings and weighting.
Reputation and Reliability
State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is a well-established and reputable asset manager with a long track record in the ETF market.
Management Expertise
SSGA has extensive experience managing ETFs and passive investment strategies, with a dedicated team overseeing the SPDRu00ae S&P Retail ETF.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&P Retail Select Industry Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF aims to track the S&P Retail Select Industry Index.
Composition The ETF holds a diversified portfolio of stocks within the retail sector, including apparel retail, department stores, drug retail, food retail, internet & direct marketing retail, and more.
Market Position
Market Share: The SPDRu00ae S&P Retail ETF has a notable market share within the retail ETF segment, though subject to fluctuations.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 356.4
Competitors
Key Competitors
- Amplify Online Retail ETF (IBUY)
- ProShares Online Retail ETF (ONLN)
- VanEck Retail ETF (RTH)
Competitive Landscape
The retail ETF industry is moderately competitive, with several ETFs offering exposure to different segments of the retail market. XRT's equal weighting provides unique exposure relative to competitoru2019s market cap weighting. XRT's equal weighting can lead to higher volatility, while competitors with market-cap weighting provide greater stability.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical financial performance data for XRT is not available, as it would be real-time information.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance should closely align with the S&P Retail Select Industry Index. Deviations may occur due to tracking error and fund expenses.
Expense Ratio: 0.35
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The SPDRu00ae S&P Retail ETF typically exhibits a moderate to high average daily trading volume, facilitating easy buying and selling of shares.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread for XRT is generally tight, indicating good liquidity and relatively low transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators, consumer spending patterns, interest rates, and overall market sentiment significantly influence the performance of XRT.
Growth Trajectory
The growth trajectory of XRT is dependent on the health and growth of the retail sector, including trends in e-commerce, brick-and-mortar retail, and consumer preferences; changes to holdings will occur with index rebalancing.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
XRT's equal weighting strategy offers differentiated exposure to the retail sector, mitigating the concentration risk associated with market-cap weighted ETFs. Its focus on a broad range of retail sub-industries allows investors to capture the overall performance of the sector. SSGA's established brand and deep expertise in ETF management enhance XRT's competitive position. The fund's low expense ratio relative to other retail-focused ETFs also provides a competitive advantage.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
XRT may exhibit higher volatility compared to broader market ETFs due to its concentration in the retail sector.
Market Risk
XRT is subject to market risk, particularly the risk of declining consumer spending, changes in consumer preferences, and competitive pressures within the retail industry.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking targeted exposure to the retail sector, those who believe in the long-term growth potential of retail, and those comfortable with sector-specific risk.
Market Risk
XRT is suitable for both long-term investors seeking sector diversification and active traders looking to capitalize on short-term movements in the retail market.
Summary
The SPDRu00ae S&P Retail ETF (XRT) provides a targeted investment in the retail sector through an equal-weighted approach, tracking the S&P Retail Select Industry Index. Its moderate expense ratio and SSGA's reputable management make it a compelling option for investors seeking retail exposure. XRT is best suited for investors comfortable with sector-specific risk. However, the ETF is sensitive to economic conditions and changing consumer trends. Investors should consider their risk tolerance and investment objectives before investing.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- State Street Global Advisors (SSGA)
- ETF.com
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Market conditions and individual investment decisions may vary.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About SPDR® S&P Retail ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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In seeking to track the performance of the S&P Retail Select Industry Index (the index), the fund employs a sampling strategy. It generally invests substantially all, but at least 80%, of its total assets in the securities comprising the index. The index represents the retail segment of the S&P Total Market Index (S&P TMI).
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