State Street Communication Services Select Sector SPDR ETF XLC
State Street Communication Services Select Sector SPDR ETF Price Chart
XLC Key Statistics
XLC Top 10 Holdings
Holdings are the fund's largest positions and shift over time. Source: fund data, updated daily.
XLC Sector Allocation
XLC — bull case vs bear case
- Top-heavy: the largest holding is 13.49% of the fund, so a few names drive much of the performance.
- Single-sector concentration means bigger swings and less diversification than a broad-market fund.
- All ETFs carry market risk — the price can fall, and past performance does not predict future results.
- Very low cost — a 0.08% expense ratio leaves more of the return compounding for you.
- Instant diversification across many holdings in one liquid ticker, with no stock-picking required.
- A large, established fund ($25.64B AUM) means deep liquidity and tight bid-ask spreads.
About State Street Communication Services Select Sector SPDR ETF
Normally, the fund generally invests substantially all, but at least 95%, of its total assets in the securities comprising the index. The index includes companies that have been identified as Communication Services companies by the GICS®, including securities of companies from the following industries: diversified telecommunication services; wireless telecommunication services; media; entertainment; and interactive media & services. The fund is non-diversified.
This page tracks XLC's live price, holdings, expense ratio and returns, refreshed daily. For how we source market data, see our methodology.
XLC ETF FAQ
What does XLC hold?
State Street Communication Services Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLC) holds a portfolio led by META, GOOGL, GOOG among its top positions. See the full top-10 holdings and sector breakdown above.
What is the XLC expense ratio?
The State Street Communication Services Select Sector SPDR ETF expense ratio is 0.08% per year — that is about $8.00 annually on a $10,000 investment.
Is XLC a good investment?
Whether XLC suits you depends on your goals, time horizon and risk tolerance. Weigh the bull case and bear case above, the cost, and how it fits your overall portfolio. Nothing here is financial advice.
Does XLC pay dividends?
State Street Communication Services Select Sector SPDR ETF distributes income with a current yield of about 1.20%. Distributions vary with the underlying holdings.
What index does XLC track?
State Street Communication Services Select Sector SPDR ETF is a sector ETF from State Street Investment Management. Its objective and benchmark index are detailed in the fund prospectus on the issuer's site.
ETF data is for information only and may be delayed. Nothing here is investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell XLC. Markets are volatile and investing carries risk — always do your own research and read the fund prospectus.