Health Care ETFs: XLV Delivers Low Fees and Solid Returns

The article highlights a fee advantage for the State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF, with an expense ratio of 0.08% versus 0.38% for the iShares U.S. Healthcare ETF, a 30 bps difference. The piece is a comparative product note rather than a market-moving development, but the lower cost could support investor preference for the State Street fund in healthcare allocation decisions.

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The article highlights a fee advantage for the State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF, with an expense ratio of 0.08% versus 0.38% for the iShares U.S. Healthcare ETF, a 30 bps difference. The piece is a comparative product note rather than a market-moving development, but the lower cost could support investor preference for the State Street fund in healthcare allocation decisions.