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State Street SPDR S&P Telecom ETF
XTL performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of June 18, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.52% | +17.67% | +44.59% | +105.53% | +198.12% | +133.49% |
| Flows | +$70M | +$442M | +$489M | +$534M | +$559M | +$553M |
Characteristics
The State Street SPDR S&P Telecom ETF is built to track the S&P Telecom Select Industry Total Return 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 |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | State Street Investment Management |
| N° of holdings | 40 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 26, 2011 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of April 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 40
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +35.89% | +29.94% | +26.21% | +25.42% |
Max drawdown | -10.73% | -14.66% | -22.65% | -36.97% |
Max drawdown duration | 16d | 37d | 133d | 1202d |
Time to recover | N/A | 20d | 77d | 351d |
Replication quality
Data as of May 29, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is XTL?
XTL is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by State Street Investment Management.
What index does XTL track?
XTL tracks the S&P Telecom Select Industry Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does XTL invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted US Telecommunications Equities. It is part of the segment: US Communication Services Sector.
What is the expense ratio of XTL?
The total expense ratio (TER) of XTL is 0.35%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was XTL launched?
XTL was launched on January 26, 2011, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of XTL?
XTL is issued by State Street Investment Management.
What is the AUM of XTL?
As of June 18, 2026, XTL manages $833.73 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has XTL performed recently?
As of June 18, 2026, XTL delivered a return of -1.52% over the past month (1M performance), 17.67% over the past three months (3M), and 44.59% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for XTL?
As of June 18, 2026, XTL has seen net flows of +$70M in the past month (1M flow) and +$489M year-to-date (YTD).
Does XTL pay dividends?
As of June 18, 2026, XTL has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.9%.
How many holdings are in XTL
As of April 30, 2026, XTL holds 40 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is XTL?
As of April 30, 2026, XTL holds 40 securities, with 56.94% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of XTL?
As of April 30, 2026, XTL holds a portfolio of 40 underlyings, with its largest positions including VIAVI SOLUTIONS INC, IRIDIUM COMMUNICATIONS and CIENA. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does XTL invest in?
As of April 30, 2026, XTL has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does XTL focus on?
As of April 30, 2026, XTL is primarily exposed to Information Technology and Communication Services.
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