IYK vs. XLP: How These Consumer Staples ETFs Compare on Risk, Returns, and Fees

The State Street Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSEMKT:XLP) and the iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF (NYSEMKT:IYK) both aim to track U.S. companies in the consumer staples space, appealing to investors seeking defensive exposure. This comparison compares these ETFs on cost, yield, performance, holdings, and risk, helping investors determine the right option for their portfolio.Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year monthly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool