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VFH vs. XLF - ETF Comparison

VFH - Vanguard Financials ETF

The Vanguard Financials ETF (VFH) provides targeted exposure to the U.S. financial sector, making it an ideal option for investors seeking to tilt their portfolios towards U.S. banks. With a diversified portfolio of over 400 stocks, this ETF offers broader exposure than other popular financial sector funds. It is suitable for those looking to implement a tactical tilt or carry out a sector rotation strategy, and is among the cheapest in its category.

XLF - Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund

The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund is an equity ETF that tracks the S&P Financial Select Sector Index, providing exposure to a diversified portfolio of large-cap financial companies in the US. The fund offers a broad-based investment approach, covering various industries such as banking, insurance, real estate, and consumer finance. With a blend investment style, it seeks to provide a balance between growth and value. The fund is suitable for investors seeking to gain exposure to the US financial sector, which is heavily influenced by US policy and regulations.

VFHXLF
Fund NameVanguard Financials ETFFinancial Select Sector SPDR Fund
Fund ProviderVanguardState Street
IndexMSCI US IMI 25/50 FinancialsS&P Financial Select Sector Index
Asset ClassEquityEquity
ListingUS-listedUS-listed
Expense Ratio0.10%0.09%
Inception Date2004-01-261998-12-16
Number Of Holdings41273
CurrencyUSDUSD
RegionUnited StatesUnited States
Investment StyleBlendBlend
Market CapLarge-CapLarge-Cap
SectorFinancialsFinancials
Sector DetailBanksBanks & Insurance
LeveragedNon-leveragedNon-leveraged
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Performance Analysis

The performance analysis examines historical data to assess the returns of the investment strategy, including key metrics such as Cumulative returns, End of Year (EoY) returns, and risk-adjusted returns like the Sharpe ratio or the Sortino ratio.

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Risk Analysis

The risk analysis refers to an assessment of potential negative events that could lead to a loss of capital. Conducting a risk analysis can help in deciding whether an investment should be made. This is done using risk metrics such as drawdowns, volatility and beta which reflect stakeholders' confidence in the consistency of an investment strategy.

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Monte Carlo Simulation

The Monte Carlo simulation is a statistical method used to forecast portfolio returns by generating a wide range of potential outcomes through random sampling from historical asset price data. It helps investors assess the potential risk and return of a portfolio under various market conditions. The simulation takes into account the initial investment and optionally simulates cash flow scenarios like fixed contributions, fixed withdrawals, or percentage withdrawals.

IMPORTANT: The forecast generated through Monte Carlo simulations is purely hypothetical and does not guarantee future returns. Investment decisions should be made with consideration of various factors, and past performance is not indicative of future results.

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