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Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund

78.90 USD
-0.40
0.50%
At close Apr 30, 4:00 PM EDT
After hours
78.63
-0.27
0.34%
1 day
-0.50%
5 days
0.80%
1 month
0.06%
3 months
0.71%
6 months
-0.24%
Year to date
3.45%
1 year
18.22%
5 years
37.79%
10 years
78.43%
0
Funds holding %
of 7,425 funds
Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

55% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 200 | Existing positions closed: 129

3% more funds holding

Funds holding: 1,290 [Q3] → 1,334 (+44) [Q4]

4% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 474 | Existing positions reduced: 456

6% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $13.6B [Q3] → $12.7B (-$843M) [Q4]

11.01% less ownership

Funds ownership: 78.83% [Q3] → 67.82% (-11.01%) [Q4]

12% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 49 [Q3] → 43 (-6) [Q4]

55% less call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $1.32B | Put options by funds: $2.96B

Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for XLU.

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 12 articles about XLU published over the past 30 days

Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 days ago
3 Megatrends Are Creating A Once-In-A-Generation Boom For Infrastructure Stocks
Three major macro factors are causing a lot of turmoil in markets right now. Infrastructure is positioned to benefit from these three major macro factors. I share some specific picks for turning today's market chaos into long-term dividend growth and real wealth.
3 Megatrends Are Creating A Once-In-A-Generation Boom For Infrastructure Stocks
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
5 Dividend Growth Stocks I'm Buying As Defensive Sectors Become Sexy Again
The market has shifted from tech to defensive stocks, with real estate and consumer staples outperforming due to tariffs and trade wars. US companies with high foreign sales exposure are struggling, while non-US stocks benefit from an international backlash against US tariffs. My buy list is narrowing, focusing on undervalued, high-conviction dividend growth stocks like Blackstone and Alphabet, despite market volatility.
5 Dividend Growth Stocks I'm Buying As Defensive Sectors Become Sexy Again
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
Retire With A Stress-Free 9%-Yielding Monthly Paying Dividend Portfolio
One simple portfolio pays a 0.75% yield every single month—on autopilot. Why most high-yield strategies fail and this one can thrive. Inflation protection, broad diversification, and real assets.
Retire With A Stress-Free 9%-Yielding Monthly Paying Dividend Portfolio
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Should You Invest in the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU)?
Looking for broad exposure to the Utilities - Broad segment of the equity market? You should consider the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 12/16/1998.
Should You Invest in the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU)?
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
XLU: Safe Haven Assets Could Prove Even More Attractive (Rating Upgrade)
Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund ETF is holding ground amid the tariff-induced market volatility. The growth of data centers energy consumption and capital investments provides a favorable background for profits in the utility sector. XLU offers an attractive dividend yield, which, along with the estimated upside, could deliver up to a 20% total return 12 months ahead.
XLU: Safe Haven Assets Could Prove Even More Attractive (Rating Upgrade)
Negative
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
5 Sector ETFs Set for Q1 Earnings Growth Amid Tariff Woes
We highlight ETFs from the sectors expected to post Q1 earnings growth that could make great plays amid tariff woes.
5 Sector ETFs Set for Q1 Earnings Growth Amid Tariff Woes
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
5 ETF Picks for April
Bet on defensive and high-earnings growth sectors in this tumultuous April.
5 ETF Picks for April
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 weeks ago
If I Could Only Buy 3 CEFs During This Crash
The market is crashing—but these 3 CEFs offer high yields, deep discounts, and recession resistance. Falling interest rates and rising uncertainty? These funds are built to thrive. Own the chaos: CEFs now on sale with up to 22% discounts.
If I Could Only Buy 3 CEFs During This Crash
Negative
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
Defensive ETF Strategies to Follow Amid Market Carnage
We highlight some defensive investment strategies for investors amid the ongoing chaos.
Defensive ETF Strategies to Follow Amid Market Carnage
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
New Tariff Worsens Trade War Fears: 5 Safe Haven ETFs to Buy
Here, we highlight five safe-haven ETFs that investors should consider adding to their portfolios as trade fears continue to escalate.
New Tariff Worsens Trade War Fears: 5 Safe Haven ETFs to Buy
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