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XLP Fund Brings Opportunity Through Consumer Staples Investment

--News Direct--

The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP) offers exposure to the essential goods and services sector, focusing on industries known for consistent consumer demand. With a portfolio comprised of leading companies in the S&P 500 consumer staples segment, XLP aligns investments with industries known for resilience and consistent consumer demand, regardless of economic conditions.

A Portfolio of Industry Leaders

XLP focuses on stability and balance, offering investors exposure to a mix of leading businesses in sectors like food and beverage, household products, and retail. With over 60% of the fund’s allocation concentrated in its top holdings, XLP showcases well-known companies with proven operations.

Top Holdings include*:

  • Costco Wholesale – 9.75%

  • Procter & Gamble (P&G) – 9.28%

  • Walmart – 8.85%

  • Coca-Cola – 6.44%

  • Philip Morris Int’l – 5.73%

  • PepsiCo – 4.78%

  • Mondelez Int’l – 4.57%

  • Altria – 4.55%

  • Colgate-Palmolive – 4.52%

  • Target – 2.91%

The fund includes companies from various industries that provide essential goods and services, offering exposure to the consumer staples sector.

Low-Cost Investment with High Transparency

With an expense ratio of just 0.08%**, XLP offers an efficient entry point for investors to the essential goods markets while minimizing costs. The fund also stands out for its transparency, providing daily updates on holdings and allocations, ensuring that investors are fully informed when making decisions.

Industries Focused on Essential Goods

XLP includes companies operating in industries such as food retail, beverage production, and household staples, which are associated with essential goods and services. Its portfolio spans major retailers and global beverage brands, reflecting a focus on sectors tied to daily consumer needs.

Exposure to the Consumer Staples Sector

The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP) offers access to a key segment of the economy by including companies tied to essential goods and services. With its focus on the consumer staples sector, the fund spans industries integral to daily life. For more information about XLP, visit our website or contact our team.

DISCLAIMER: This is a work of research and should not be taken as investment or financial advice. Therefore, Select Sector SPDRs or the publisher is not liable for any decision made based on the publication.

About the Company:

Select Sector SPDR ETFs offer flexibility and customization opportunities. Many investors have similar outlooks, but no two are exactly alike. Select Sector SPDR ETFs let investors select the sectors that best meet their investment goals.

*Holdings, Weightings & Assets as of 3/31/25 subject to change

**Ordinary brokerage fees apply

DISCLOSURES

The S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index of 500 common stocks that is generally considered representative of the U.S. stock market. The index is heavily weighted toward stocks with large market capitalizations and represents approximately two-thirds of the total market value of all domestic common stocks. The S&P 500 Index figures do not reflect any fees, expenses or taxes. An investor should consider investment objectives, risks, fees and expenses before investing.

One may not invest directly in an index.

Transparent ETFs provide daily disclosure of portfolio holdings and weightings

All ETFs are subject to risk, including loss of principal. Sector ETF products are also subject to sector risk and nondiversification risk, which generally will result in greater price fluctuations than the overall market. Diversification does not eliminate risk.

An investor should consider investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. To obtain a prospectus, which contains this and other information, call 1-866-SECTOR-ETF (732-8673) or visit www.sectorspdrs.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing.

ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc., a registered broker-dealer, is distributor for the Select Sector SPDR Trust.

Media Contact:

Company: Select Sector SPDRs

Contact: Dan Dolan*

Address: 1290 Broadway, Suite 1000, Denver, CO 80203

Country: United States

Email: dan.dolan@sectorspdrs.com

Website: https://www.sectorspdrs.com/

*Dan Dolan is a Registered Representative of ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc. ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc., a registered broker-dealer, is the distributor for the Select Sector SPDR Trust.

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Contact Details

Dan Dolan

+1 203-935-8103

dan.dolan@sectorspdrs.com

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https://www.sectorspdrs.com/

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