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SPDR® S&P Telecom ETF (XTL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: XTL (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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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 65.29% | Avg. Invested days 64 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.1 | 52 Weeks Range 76.74 - 116.56 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 76.74 - 116.56 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
SPDR® S&P Telecom ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The SPDRu00ae S&P Telecom ETF (XTL) seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&P Telecom Select Industry Index. It focuses on the telecommunications sector, offering exposure to companies involved in providing communication services and infrastructure.
Reputation and Reliability
State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is a reputable and reliable issuer, known for managing a wide range of ETFs with significant assets under management.
Management Expertise
SSGA has extensive experience in managing sector-specific ETFs, employing experienced professionals to oversee portfolio construction and management.
Investment Objective
Goal
To closely track the investment results of the S&P Telecom Select Industry Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a replication strategy, attempting to hold all stocks in the index with weights approximating the index composition.
Composition The ETF holds stocks of companies in the telecommunications sector.
Market Position
Market Share: XTL no longer exists as it was merged into XLC.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 0
Competitors
Key Competitors
- XLC
Competitive Landscape
XLC (Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund) is the primary competitor, offering broader communication services sector exposure. XTL offered a more concentrated telecom focus prior to its merge. This concentration could be a strength if telecom outperforms or a weakness if it underperforms.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Due to the merge, historical performance is less relevant but can be accessed through public resources and SSGA until the merge date of Oct 2018.
Benchmark Comparison: Prior to the merge, the ETF's performance was compared against the S&P Telecom Select Industry Index.
Expense Ratio: 0.35
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
Prior to the merge, the ETF was generally liquid, but trading volume varied. Now it doesn't trade at all.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread was generally tight, reflecting the ETF's liquidity before the merge.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Prior to the merge, the ETF's performance was affected by factors impacting the telecommunications sector, such as regulatory changes, technological advancements, and competition. Post merge the investment options is null.
Growth Trajectory
There is no growth trajectory because the fund was merged.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
Before its merger, XTL's competitive edge stemmed from its focused exposure to the telecommunications sector. This concentration provided targeted exposure for investors seeking to capitalize on the telecom industry's performance. However, this also limited diversification compared to broader communication services ETFs. The fund no longer exists independently.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
The ETF exhibited volatility commensurate with the telecom sector, influenced by factors such as technological disruption and regulatory changes.
Market Risk
Market risk was primarily associated with the performance of telecommunications companies, susceptible to economic cycles and industry-specific challenges.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Prior to the merge, the ETF was suitable for investors seeking targeted exposure to the telecommunications sector. However, the fund no longer exists.
Market Risk
The fund was best suited for investors with a higher risk tolerance seeking sector-specific exposure and not for passive index followers seeking broad diversification.
Summary
The SPDRu00ae S&P Telecom ETF (XTL) sought to replicate the performance of the S&P Telecom Select Industry Index before its merger. It offered focused exposure to the telecommunications sector. Its performance was tied to the telecom industry's dynamics and market conditions. Due to the merge, this ETF no longer exists as an independent entity and investors seeking communication services sector exposure should explore alternatives like XLC.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) Website
- ETF.com
- Bloomberg
- FactSet
Disclaimers:
The data provided is based on available information and historical records. Information may be outdated due to the merger of the fund. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a financial advisor.
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 Telecom 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 Telecom 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 telecommunications segment of the S&P Total Market Index (S&P TMI).
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