XLUvsJXIETF Comparison
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State Street Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU) belongs to the US Utilities segment. iShares Global Utilities ETF (JXI) is part of the Uncategorized Equities segment. XLU's top 1 sector exposures are Utilities. In contrast, JXI's top sector exposures are Utilities, Energy and Business Services. XLU is less expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.08%, versus 0.37% for JXI. XLU is up 1.95% year-to-date (YTD) with +$465M in YTD flows. JXI performs better with 5.99% YTD performance, and +$39M in YTD flows. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of XLU and JXI below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.
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XLU vs JXI performance and flow charts
Performance
Cumulative Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of 09/09/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | XLU JXI | -0.44%+0.06% | -1.79%+0.64% | +1.95%+5.99% | +6.08%+14.07% | +48.16%+57.18% | +43.75%+49.48% |
| Flows | XLU JXI | -$62M- | +$586M-$13M | +$465M+$39M | +$1.05B+$71M | +$3.00B+$117M | +$5.64B+$96M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | XLU JXI | +14.45%+11.48% | +15.37%+13.07% | +16.46%+14.33% | +17.42%+15.31% |
| Max drawdown | XLU JXI | -8.78%-6.40% | -10.39%-8.25% | -13.20%-11.94% | -25.30%-22.43% |
| Max drawdown duration | XLU JXI | 45d44d | 192d191d | 89d82d | 688d759d |
Trading data
XLU | JXI | |
Last sale 9/10/2026 at 5:32 PM | $42.64 | $81.59 |
| Previous close 09/09/2026 | $42.94 | $82.10 |
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Replication quality
Data as of August 31, 2026
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Main metrics
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XLU | JXI | |
|---|---|---|
| Last price | $42.64 | $81.59 |
| 1D performance | -0.70% | -0.62% |
| AuM | $22.29 B | $303.88 M |
| E/R | 0.08% | 0.37% |
Characteristics
XLU | JXI | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Passive | Passive |
| Provider | State Street Investment Management | iShares |
| Benchmark | S&P Utilities Select Sector Index | S&P Global 1200 Utilities Sector Capped Index |
| N° of holdings | 31 | 66 |
| Asset class | Equities | - |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | December 16, 1998 | September 12, 2006 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Exposure
Countries
XLU
USA
99.7%
Other
0.3%
JXI
USA
61.89%
Spain
8.33%
Other
29.79%
Sectors
XLU
Utilities
99.7%
Other
0.3%
JXI
Utilities
96.47%
Other
3.53%
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Diversification
XLU
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
72.23%
JXI
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
54.25%
Top 15 holdings
Data as of July 31, 2026
XLU
NextEra Energy, Inc.
13.07%
The Southern Co.
7.68%
Duke Energy Corp.
7.05%
Constellation Energy Corp.
6.05%
American Electric Power Co., Inc.
5.01%
Dominion Energy, Inc.
4.39%
Sempra
4.17%
Entergy Corp.
3.55%
Xcel Energy, Inc.
3.52%
Vistra Corp.
3.39%
Exelon Corp.
3.38%
Consolidated Edison, Inc.
2.89%
PG&E Corp.
2.76%
Public Service Enterprise Group, Inc.
2.75%
WEC Energy Group, Inc.
2.57%
JXI
NextEra Energy, Inc.
8.12%
Iberdrola SA
6.50%
The Southern Co.
4.71%
Duke Energy Corp.
4.36%
Enel SpA
3.88%
Constellation Energy Corp.
3.73%
National Grid Plc
3.51%
American Electric Power Co., Inc.
3.08%
Dominion Energy, Inc.
2.72%
Sempra
2.60%
ENGIE SA
2.47%
Entergy Corp.
2.19%
Xcel Energy, Inc.
2.16%
E.ON SE
2.13%
Vistra Corp.
2.09%
Frequently asked questions about XLU and JXI
How have the XLU and JXI ETFs performed in 2026?
As of September 9, 2026, XLU is up 1.95% year-to-date (YTD), while JXI has returned 5.99%. That puts JXI better performer ahead so far this year.
Which ETF is attracting more investor money: XLU or JXI?
Year-to-date, the XLU ETF saw +$465M in flows, compared to +$39M for JXI.
Which ETF is more volatile: XLU or JXI?
Over the past year, XLU had a volatility of 15.37%, while JXI experienced 13.07%.
Which ETF is bigger: XLU or JXI?
As of September 9, 2026, XLU holds $22.29 B in assets under management (AUM), while JXI manages $303.88 M.
What sectors do the XLU and JXI ETFs invest in?
XLU leans toward sectors like Utilities. Meanwhile, JXI focuses on Utilities.
What are the top holdings of the XLU ETF and JXI ETF?
XLU top holdings include NextEra Energy, Inc., The Southern Co. and Duke Energy Corp.. JXI holds in its top three: NextEra Energy, Inc., Iberdrola SA and The Southern Co..
Which ETF is more diversified: XLU or JXI?
XLU holds 31 securities with 72.23% of its assets in the top 15. JXI has 66 securities and a top 15 weight of 54.25%.
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