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The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.13% | +0.58% | -0.27% | +21.50% | +132.04% | +67.73% |
| Flows | -$630M | -$481M | -$800M | +$784M | +$3.98B | +$3.29B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.22% | +18.41% | +17.00% | +20.74% |
Max drawdown | -4.77% | -13.82% | -18.00% | -46.67% |
Max drawdown duration | 37d | 48d | 126d | 1006d |
Time to recover | N/A | 35d | 77d | 579d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
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| daily return difference | |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 23
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund is built to track the Communication Services Select Sector TR Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).
This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Provider | SPDR |
| N° of holdings | 23 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | June 18, 2018 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is XLC?
XLC is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by SPDR.
What index does XLC track?
XLC tracks the Communication Services Select Sector TR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does XLC invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap US Telecommunications Equities. It is part of the segment: US Communication Services Sector.
What is the expense ratio of XLC?
The total expense ratio (TER) of XLC is 0.08%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was XLC launched?
XLC was launched on June 18, 2018, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of XLC?
XLC is issued by SPDR.
What is the AUM of XLC?
As of March 10, 2026, XLC manages $26.29 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has XLC performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, XLC delivered a return of -0.13% over the past month (1M performance), 0.58% over the past three months (3M), and -0.27% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for XLC?
As of March 10, 2026, XLC has seen net flows of -$630M in the past month (1M flow) and -$800M year-to-date (YTD).
Does XLC pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, XLC has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.13%.
How many holdings are in XLC
As of January 31, 2026, XLC holds 23 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is XLC?
As of January 31, 2026, XLC holds 23 securities, with 90.12% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of XLC?
As of January 31, 2026, XLC holds a portfolio of 23 underlyings, with its largest positions including META PLATFORMS, ALPHABET INC-CL and ALPHABET INC-CL. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does XLC invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, XLC has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does XLC focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, XLC is primarily exposed to Communication Services.
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