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State Street Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF

XLB

Market cap $8.15B

49.71 USD

-0.28

0.56%

At close Updated Sep 21, 4:00 PM EDT

Pre-market

After hours

49.80

+0.09

0.18%

1 day

-0.56%

5 days

-1.66%

1 month

-7.15%

3 months

-3.7%

6 months

4.54%

Year to date

7.78%

1 year

10%

5 years

25.47%

10 years

109.75%

News

Positive

Neutral

Negative

Sentiment 3-Months

Positive 44.4%

Neutral 55.6%

Negative 0%

XLB: Materials Dashboard For September

Construction materials and packaging are moderately overvalued, while chemicals show the weakest combination of value and quality scores. XLB's portfolio is heavily concentrated, with chemicals comprising 49% of assets and the top 10 holdings accounting for nearly 59%. XLB has outperformed the S&P 500 from 1999 through 2023, then lagged by a wide margin over the past three years.

XLB: Materials Dashboard For September

September Is Harsh on the Stock Market. Put These 2 Sectors on Your Buy List.

The stock market typically takes a hit in early fall. We like two sector ETFs whose September dips are regularly bested by their bigger rises in October.

September Is Harsh on the Stock Market. Put These 2 Sectors on Your Buy List.

These 3 Sectors Will Outperform if the Fed Hikes Rates

Oil stocks, materials and techs have been market leaders this year. That trend could continue if the Federal Reserve raises interest rates later this year and in 2027.

These 3 Sectors Will Outperform if the Fed Hikes Rates

Zacks Investment Research

Should You Invest in the State Street Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB)?

The State Street Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB) was launched on December 16, 1998, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Materials - Broad segment of the equity market.

Should You Invest in the State Street Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB)?

This sleepy sector could offer big returns, says Mike Khouw

The options market rarely gives you a gift, but it might be doing that right now.

This sleepy sector could offer big returns, says Mike Khouw

Zacks Investment Research

Play Earnings Growth Momentum With These ETFs

Robust Q2 earnings momentum is likely to fuel a broader market rally. These ETFs are well positioned to benefit from the scenario.

Play Earnings Growth Momentum With These ETFs

10 Funds For Potential $6,000 Monthly Income: Retirement Series

This article is focused on retirees and income investors who want to generate both a passive income and decent capital appreciation. The income is important for retirees, but they should not overlook the capital growth to meet or beat inflation to support at least 30 years of retirement. We present a portfolio of 10 funds that is highly diversified with nearly as many different industry segments. The portfolio offers a 7% plus yield and roughly $6,000 monthly income.

10 Funds For Potential $6,000 Monthly Income: Retirement Series

The Motley Fool

State Street vs. First Trust: Is a Broad Healthcare or Biotech Focus Better for Your Portfolio?

State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF offers a significantly lower expense ratio of 0.08% compared to the 0.55% charged by First Trust NYSE Arca Biotechnology Index Fund. First Trust's fund focuses exclusively on 30 biotechnology companies, while the SPDR ETF holds 60 stocks across the broader healthcare sector.

State Street vs. First Trust: Is a Broad Healthcare or Biotech Focus Better for Your Portfolio?

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick: Aluminum is coming back to America

FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu has the latest on the impact of tariffs under the Trump administration on 'The Bottom Line.'

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick: Aluminum is coming back to America

My 2 Favorite High Yield Dividend Growth Opportunities Right Now

I detail two of the best risk-reward opportunities today. I explain the powerful macro tailwinds that should drive strong dividend growth alongside very attractive 6.5-10% current yields. I also outline the risks involved in each investment.

My 2 Favorite High Yield Dividend Growth Opportunities Right Now

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