Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund
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Funds holding %
of 6,831 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
80% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 5 [Q2] → 9 (+4) [Q3]
24% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 78 | Existing positions closed: 63
0% more funds holding
Funds holding: 783 [Q2] → 786 (+3) [Q3]
5% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $5.58B [Q2] → $5.3B (-$277M) [Q3]
7% less call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $2.05B | Put options by funds: $2.22B
7.85% less ownership
Funds ownership: 103.2% [Q2] → 95.35% (-7.85%) [Q3]
24% less repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 239 | Existing positions reduced: 313
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for XLB.
Financial journalist opinion
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 day ago
Should You Invest in the Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB)?
Launched on 12/16/1998, the Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Materials - Broad segment of the equity market.
Neutral
CNBC Television
1 month ago
Final Trades: Applied Materials, Coupang, Starbucks and the XLB
The Investment Committee give you their top stocks to watch for the second half.
Negative
Market Watch
1 month ago
Materials are the worst performer in the S&P 500 this year. What 2025 holds for this beaten-down sector.
There might be a bullish story underway for materials stocks in 2025 — but watch out for this wild card.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
2 months ago
Should You Invest in the Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Materials - Broad segment of the equity market, look no further than the Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 12/16/1998.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 months ago
XLB Vs. VAW And RSPM: 3 Materials Sector Funds, One Is Clear Winner
The materials sector is essential but underrepresented in the S&P 500; a 5%-10% exposure is recommended for a diversified portfolio. We will discuss the largest material sector fund, XLB, as well as other equally compelling materials sector funds such as VAW and RSPM. We will also compare the performance and other attributes of the three funds to determine which may be the best investment over the long term.
Neutral
ETF Trends
3 months ago
Breaking Down S&P 500 Returns by Sector Since 2020 Election
The S&P 500 Index has returned nearly 81% since the last presidential election, with a wide disparity between sector performance. The S&P 500's gains since Nov. 3, 2020 reflect an annual return of nearly 16%, an impressive figure.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
3 months ago
What's in Store for Materials ETFs in Q3 Earnings?
Going into the Q3 earnings season, releases from the sector giants will determine the movement of the material ETFs.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 months ago
XLB: Materials Dashboard For October
This article provides a top-down analysis of the basic materials sector, focusing on fundamental metrics for various industries. The construction materials industry is the most attractive subsector based on value and quality scores. Fast Facts on XLB, an ETF overweight in chemicals.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
4 months ago
Should You Invest in the Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB)?
Looking for broad exposure to the Materials - Broad segment of the equity market? You should consider the Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 12/16/1998.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
6 months ago
Materials' Quiet Rally Persists, But Sketchy Seasonality On Tap With XLB
S&P 500 Sector Returns show Communication Services and Financials in a dead heat for the top spot, with Materials underperforming YTD. Commodity Prices have been soft lately due to weakness in China, while the US Dollar Index is up YTD, pressuring resource-related equities. XLB ETF offers strategic exposure to the Materials sector, with a strong technical situation and potential for diversification amid geopolitical jitters.
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