Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund

XLU

Market cap $22.5B

I am thankful for many things this year. I am particularly thankful for my favorite Black Friday special from Mr. Market. I detail why I like this high-yielding bargain.

XLK and other sector ETFs set to gain as expectations surge for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut in December.

On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi's Head of Research, Todd Rosenbluth, discussed the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. The pair discussed several topics related to the fund to give investors a deeper understanding of the ETF.

The latest jobs report has put the ETF market into a dilemma. With the unemployment rate rising to 4.4%, the highest level since October 2021, and December rate-cut odds shrinking to 28%, trimming risk and loading up on steadier, low-beta staples may prove to be a prudent move.

AI stocks are getting a lot of hype right now. But history shows that revolutionary technologies almost always become overvalued and overinvested, leading to eventual corrections. Disciplined, long-term investing - resisting FOMO and sticking to a well-designed plan -remains the best path to enduring wealth.

VettaFi's Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) on this week's “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” For more news, information, and strategy, visit ETF Trends.

Fidelity MSCI Utilities Index ETF (FUTY) and Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) both offer strong exposure to U.S. utilities. FUTY is preferred due to superior diversification, slightly lower volatility, and broader subsector representation, despite being smaller than XLU. Both funds benefit from trends like declining interest rates, AI-driven electrification, and attractive dividend yields, making utilities appealing now.

There is a major market disconnect emerging in the midst of the AI boom. I discuss why this disconnect provides investors with one of the most attractive high-yielding investment opportunities I have ever seen with near-term catalysts. I also share some of my top picks to profit from this disconnect.

The macro data suggest that dividend investors may be in for a rude surprise in the wake of the Fed's rate cuts. Because a major macro shift is underway, the usual assumptions dividend investors make may no longer be reliable. I also share how I am seeking to avoid potentially the most dangerous mistake many dividend investors are making right now.

Exchange-traded funds can be a great way for investors to get in on a trend. AI is still a key wave in the stock market.