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Vanguard Utilities Index Fund ETF Shares

VPU - PCX
ETF Category
Utilities Equities
Asset Class
Equity
AUM
$5,981M
Expense Ratio
0.09% (Very Low)
Trading Volume
107.5K (Moderate)
Issuer
Vanguard
Number of Holdings
67
Inception Date
2004-01-26 (21 years)
Momentum
Very Weak Neutral Very Strong
AUM
Micro Medium Very Large
Concentration
Very Low Low Very High
Volatility
Very Low Low Very High
Overview
Momentum
Concentration
ESG
P/E Ratio
22.50
Annual Dividend Rate
3.02%
Beta
0.54
50-Day Moving Average
$167.93
Price vs. 50-Day MA
-0.36%
200-Day Moving Average
$164.64
Price vs. 200-Day MA
1.63%
1 Year Fund Flow
$52M (1% of AUM)
3 Year Fund Flow
$643M (11% of AUM)
5 Year Fund Flow
$1,402M (23% of AUM)
% in Top 10 Holdings (Market Cap Weighted)
53.47%
% in Top 15 Holdings (Market Cap Weighted)
66.05%
% in Top 50 Holdings (Market Cap Weighted)
97.92%
ESG Score
6.7300
ESG Peer %
40.00
ESG Global %
58.75
Carbon Intensity (Tons CO2e/$M Sales)
1,726
ESG Exclusion %
63.12
Sustainable Impact %
4.19

The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund

XLU - PCX
View XLU's Comps
A+
TaxGhost's "TG Grade" is calculated from 100+ datapoints including fundamental metrics, factors, country, correlation, sub-sector, and more.
Utilities Equities
Equity
AUM: $15,968M
Expense Ratio: 0.08% (Very Low)
Volume: 5.8M (High)
Issuer: State Street
Holdings: 32
Inception: 1998-12-16 (26 years)
Neutral Momentum
Large AUM
Moderate Concentration
Low Volatility
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Overview
Momentum
Concent.
ESG

This ETF tracks the performance of the Utilities sector, similar to XLU, and offers a diversified approach to investing in utility companies.

correlation
A+

correlation

Measures how closely the two assets' prices move together over time. A high correlation suggests similar market reactions and investor sentiment.

Pearson Correlation: 99%

R-squared: 98%

This indicates a strong positive relationship between the price movements of these assets.

network
A+

network

Evaluates the overlap in business networks, partnerships, and industry relationships, indicating similarity in market positioning and competitive landscape.

  • Common comparables: 6
  • VPU in XLU's comparables: Yes
  • XLU in VPU's comparables: Yes

A high score suggests the assets are often compared to each other and share many industry peers, indicating similar competitive environments and market perceptions.

valuation
A+

valuation

Compares valuation metrics to assess if the assets are valued similarly by the market, indicating comparable investor expectations and perceived growth potential.

  • P/E Ratio: 22.50 vs 17.85

A high score indicates that the market values these assets similarly relative to their financials, suggesting comparable growth expectations and risk profiles.

volatility
A+

volatility

Compares price volatility and risk profiles, indicating similarity in market behavior, risk, and potential for price swings.

  • VPU Beta: 0.54 (Low)
  • XLU Beta: 0.52 (Low)
  • VPU 200-day Volatility: 14.66%
  • XLU 200-day Volatility: 14.75%

A high score suggests both assets have similar sensitivity to market movements, implying comparable risk levels and potential for both gains and losses.

momentum
A+

momentum

Compares recent price momentum, showing similarity in short-term market performance and investor sentiment.

  • VPU Price vs 200-day MA: 102%
  • XLU Price vs 200-day MA: 101%

Performance Comparison:

Period VPU XLU
Year_1 19% 19%
Year_3 7% 7%
Year_5 7% 8%

A high score indicates both assets are experiencing similar price trends relative to their recent history, suggesting comparable market enthusiasm or concern.

geo
A+

geo

Evaluates the geographical similarity of the assets based on country, currency, and exchange.

  • Currency: USD vs USD
  • Exchange: PCX vs PCX

A high score indicates that both assets operate in similar geographical markets, facing comparable economic conditions, regulations, and market dynamics.

sector
A+

sector

Compares the sector, industry, and other classifications of both assets.

  • ETF Category: Utilities Equities vs Utilities Equities

A high score indicates that the assets operate in similar business areas, facing comparable market conditions, regulatory environments, and industry trends.

Partial matches are considered for more nuanced comparisons, allowing for a higher score even when classifications are not identical but closely related.

dividend
A+

dividend

Compares dividend policies, showing similarity in shareholder return strategies and income potential for investors.

  • VPU Dividend Yield: 3%
  • XLU Dividend Yield: 3%

A high score indicates similar approaches to returning capital to shareholders, suggesting comparable appeal to income-focused investors.

Select Mutual Comparables:

P/E Ratio
17.85
Annual Dividend Rate
2.96%
Beta
0.52
50-Day Moving Average
$77.80
Price vs. 50-Day MA
-0.73%
200-Day Moving Average
$76.15
Price vs. 200-Day MA
1.42%
1 Year Fund Flow
-$395M (-2% of AUM)
3 Year Fund Flow
$3,137M (20% of AUM)
5 Year Fund Flow
$4,433M (28% of AUM)
% in Top 10 Holdings
59%
% in Top 15 Holdings
73%
% in Top 50 Holdings
100%
ESG Score
6.7100
ESG Peer %
38.00
ESG Global %
57.54
Carbon Intensity
1,777
ESG Exclusion %
69.23
Sustainable Impact %
3.35

iShares U.S. Infrastructure ETF

IFRA - BTS
View IFRA's Comps
A+
TaxGhost's "TG Grade" is calculated from 100+ datapoints including fundamental metrics, factors, country, correlation, sub-sector, and more.
Utilities Equities
Equity
AUM: $2,641M
Expense Ratio: 0.30% (Low)
Volume: 576.4K (Moderate)
Issuer: BlackRock, Inc.
Holdings: 160
Inception: 2018-04-03 (7 years)
Weak Momentum
Medium AUM
Very High Concentration
Moderate Volatility
Compare
Overview
Momentum
Concent.
ESG

The Vanguard Utilities ETF offers a broad array of utility stocks, aligning with IFRA’s investment in infrastructure and utilities, making them comparable in sector focus.

correlation
A+

correlation

Measures how closely the two assets' prices move together over time. A high correlation suggests similar market reactions and investor sentiment.

Pearson Correlation: 67%

R-squared: 45%

This indicates a moderate positive relationship between the price movements of these assets.

network
A+

network

Evaluates the overlap in business networks, partnerships, and industry relationships, indicating similarity in market positioning and competitive landscape.

  • Common comparables: 5
  • IFRA in VPU's comparables: No
  • VPU in IFRA's comparables: Yes

A high score suggests the assets are often compared to each other and share many industry peers, indicating similar competitive environments and market perceptions.

valuation
A+

valuation

Compares valuation metrics to assess if the assets are valued similarly by the market, indicating comparable investor expectations and perceived growth potential.

  • P/E Ratio: 13.29 vs 22.50

A high score indicates that the market values these assets similarly relative to their financials, suggesting comparable growth expectations and risk profiles.

volatility
A

volatility

Compares price volatility and risk profiles, indicating similarity in market behavior, risk, and potential for price swings.

  • IFRA Beta: 1.03 (Average)
  • VPU Beta: 0.54 (Low)
  • IFRA 200-day Volatility: 14.76%
  • VPU 200-day Volatility: 14.66%

A high score suggests both assets have similar sensitivity to market movements, implying comparable risk levels and potential for both gains and losses.

momentum
A+

momentum

Compares recent price momentum, showing similarity in short-term market performance and investor sentiment.

  • IFRA Price vs 200-day MA: 99%
  • VPU Price vs 200-day MA: 102%

Performance Comparison:

Period IFRA VPU
Year_1 15% 19%
Year_3 10% 7%
Year_5 13% 7%

A high score indicates both assets are experiencing similar price trends relative to their recent history, suggesting comparable market enthusiasm or concern.

geo
A+

geo

Evaluates the geographical similarity of the assets based on country, currency, and exchange.

  • Currency: USD vs USD
  • Exchange: BTS vs PCX

A high score indicates that both assets operate in similar geographical markets, facing comparable economic conditions, regulations, and market dynamics.

sector
A+

sector

Compares the sector, industry, and other classifications of both assets.

  • ETF Category: Utilities Equities vs Utilities Equities

A high score indicates that the assets operate in similar business areas, facing comparable market conditions, regulatory environments, and industry trends.

Partial matches are considered for more nuanced comparisons, allowing for a higher score even when classifications are not identical but closely related.

dividend
A+

dividend

Compares dividend policies, showing similarity in shareholder return strategies and income potential for investors.

  • IFRA Dividend Yield: 2%
  • VPU Dividend Yield: 3%

A high score indicates similar approaches to returning capital to shareholders, suggesting comparable appeal to income-focused investors.

Select Mutual Comparables:

P/E Ratio
13.29
Annual Dividend Rate
1.73%
Beta
1.03
50-Day Moving Average
$47.03
Price vs. 50-Day MA
-2.91%
200-Day Moving Average
$46.14
Price vs. 200-Day MA
-1.04%
1 Year Fund Flow
$158M (6% of AUM)
3 Year Fund Flow
$1,482M (56% of AUM)
5 Year Fund Flow
$2,073M (78% of AUM)
% in Top 10 Holdings
8%
% in Top 15 Holdings
12%
% in Top 50 Holdings
38%
ESG Score
6.3500
ESG Peer %
50.90
ESG Global %
44.73
Carbon Intensity
858
ESG Exclusion %
15.87
Sustainable Impact %
6.96

Global X U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF

PAVE - BTS
View PAVE's Comps
A
TaxGhost's "TG Grade" is calculated from 100+ datapoints including fundamental metrics, factors, country, correlation, sub-sector, and more.
Utilities Equities
Equity
AUM: $8,048M
Expense Ratio: 0.47% (Moderate)
Volume: 976.8K (Moderate)
Issuer: Mirae Asset Global Investments Co., Ltd.
Holdings: 100
Inception: 2017-03-06 (8 years)
Weak Momentum
Medium AUM
Very High Concentration
High Volatility
Compare
Overview
Momentum
Concent.
ESG

correlation
A-

correlation

Measures how closely the two assets' prices move together over time. A high correlation suggests similar market reactions and investor sentiment.

Pearson Correlation: 45%

R-squared: 20%

This indicates a weak positive relationship between the price movements of these assets.

network
A+

network

Evaluates the overlap in business networks, partnerships, and industry relationships, indicating similarity in market positioning and competitive landscape.

  • Common comparables: 1
  • PAVE in VPU's comparables: No
  • VPU in PAVE's comparables: Yes

A high score suggests the assets are often compared to each other and share many industry peers, indicating similar competitive environments and market perceptions.

valuation
A+

valuation

Compares valuation metrics to assess if the assets are valued similarly by the market, indicating comparable investor expectations and perceived growth potential.

  • P/E Ratio: 15.49 vs 22.50

A high score indicates that the market values these assets similarly relative to their financials, suggesting comparable growth expectations and risk profiles.

volatility
A-

volatility

Compares price volatility and risk profiles, indicating similarity in market behavior, risk, and potential for price swings.

  • PAVE Beta: 1.27 (High)
  • VPU Beta: 0.54 (Low)
  • PAVE 200-day Volatility: 18.88%
  • VPU 200-day Volatility: 14.66%

A high score suggests both assets have similar sensitivity to market movements, implying comparable risk levels and potential for both gains and losses.

momentum
A+

momentum

Compares recent price momentum, showing similarity in short-term market performance and investor sentiment.

  • PAVE Price vs 200-day MA: 97%
  • VPU Price vs 200-day MA: 102%

Performance Comparison:

Period PAVE VPU
Year_1 17% 19%
Year_3 13% 7%
Year_5 20% 7%

A high score indicates both assets are experiencing similar price trends relative to their recent history, suggesting comparable market enthusiasm or concern.

geo
A+

geo

Evaluates the geographical similarity of the assets based on country, currency, and exchange.

  • Currency: USD vs USD
  • Exchange: BTS vs PCX

A high score indicates that both assets operate in similar geographical markets, facing comparable economic conditions, regulations, and market dynamics.

sector
A+

sector

Compares the sector, industry, and other classifications of both assets.

  • ETF Category: Utilities Equities vs Utilities Equities

A high score indicates that the assets operate in similar business areas, facing comparable market conditions, regulatory environments, and industry trends.

Partial matches are considered for more nuanced comparisons, allowing for a higher score even when classifications are not identical but closely related.

dividend
B+

dividend

Compares dividend policies, showing similarity in shareholder return strategies and income potential for investors.

  • PAVE Dividend Yield: 1%
  • VPU Dividend Yield: 3%

A high score indicates similar approaches to returning capital to shareholders, suggesting comparable appeal to income-focused investors.

Select Mutual Comparables:

P/E Ratio
15.49
Annual Dividend Rate
0.61%
Beta
1.27
50-Day Moving Average
$41.39
Price vs. 50-Day MA
-5.61%
200-Day Moving Average
$40.41
Price vs. 200-Day MA
-3.32%
1 Year Fund Flow
$1,652M (21% of AUM)
3 Year Fund Flow
$2,004M (25% of AUM)
5 Year Fund Flow
$5,427M (67% of AUM)
% in Top 10 Holdings
31%
% in Top 15 Holdings
44%
% in Top 50 Holdings
82%
ESG Score
6.7800
ESG Peer %
62.87
ESG Global %
60.67
Carbon Intensity
190
ESG Exclusion %
5.30
Sustainable Impact %
6.26

Invesco Building & Construction ETF

PKB - PCX
View PKB's Comps
A
TaxGhost's "TG Grade" is calculated from 100+ datapoints including fundamental metrics, factors, country, correlation, sub-sector, and more.
Building & Construction
Equity
AUM: $313M
Expense Ratio: 0.57% (Low)
Volume: 40.9K (Low)
Issuer: Invesco
Holdings: 31
Inception: 2005-10-26 (19 years)
Weak Momentum
Small AUM
Low Concentration
Moderate Volatility
Compare
Overview
Momentum
Concent.
ESG

The Vanguard Utilities ETF includes companies involved in utilities and infrastructure, which are closely related to the building and construction industry, especially in terms of essential services.

correlation
A

correlation

Measures how closely the two assets' prices move together over time. A high correlation suggests similar market reactions and investor sentiment.

Pearson Correlation: 53%

R-squared: 28%

This indicates a moderate positive relationship between the price movements of these assets.

network
A

network

Evaluates the overlap in business networks, partnerships, and industry relationships, indicating similarity in market positioning and competitive landscape.

  • Common comparables: 0
  • PKB in VPU's comparables: No
  • VPU in PKB's comparables: Yes

A high score suggests the assets are often compared to each other and share many industry peers, indicating similar competitive environments and market perceptions.

valuation
A

valuation

Compares valuation metrics to assess if the assets are valued similarly by the market, indicating comparable investor expectations and perceived growth potential.

  • P/E Ratio: 9.23 vs 22.50

A high score indicates that the market values these assets similarly relative to their financials, suggesting comparable growth expectations and risk profiles.

volatility
B+

volatility

Compares price volatility and risk profiles, indicating similarity in market behavior, risk, and potential for price swings.

  • PKB Beta: 1.26 (High)
  • VPU Beta: 0.54 (Low)
  • PKB 200-day Volatility: 25.17%
  • VPU 200-day Volatility: 14.66%

A high score suggests both assets have similar sensitivity to market movements, implying comparable risk levels and potential for both gains and losses.

momentum
A+

momentum

Compares recent price momentum, showing similarity in short-term market performance and investor sentiment.

  • PKB Price vs 200-day MA: 91%
  • VPU Price vs 200-day MA: 102%

Performance Comparison:

Period PKB VPU
Year_1 30% 19%
Year_3 12% 7%
Year_5 19% 7%

A high score indicates both assets are experiencing similar price trends relative to their recent history, suggesting comparable market enthusiasm or concern.

geo
A+

geo

Evaluates the geographical similarity of the assets based on country, currency, and exchange.

  • Currency: USD vs USD
  • Exchange: PCX vs PCX

A high score indicates that both assets operate in similar geographical markets, facing comparable economic conditions, regulations, and market dynamics.

sector
B-

sector

Compares the sector, industry, and other classifications of both assets.

  • ETF Category: Building & Construction vs Utilities Equities

A high score indicates that the assets operate in similar business areas, facing comparable market conditions, regulatory environments, and industry trends.

Partial matches are considered for more nuanced comparisons, allowing for a higher score even when classifications are not identical but closely related.

dividend
B

dividend

Compares dividend policies, showing similarity in shareholder return strategies and income potential for investors.

  • PKB Dividend Yield: 0%
  • VPU Dividend Yield: 3%

A high score indicates similar approaches to returning capital to shareholders, suggesting comparable appeal to income-focused investors.

Select Mutual Comparables:

P/E Ratio
9.23
Annual Dividend Rate
0.22%
Beta
1.26
50-Day Moving Average
$76.20
Price vs. 50-Day MA
-9.72%
200-Day Moving Average
$75.80
Price vs. 200-Day MA
-9.25%
1 Year Fund Flow
-$7M (-2% of AUM)
3 Year Fund Flow
-$60M (-19% of AUM)
5 Year Fund Flow
$44M (14% of AUM)
% in Top 10 Holdings
45%
% in Top 15 Holdings
60%
% in Top 50 Holdings
100%
ESG Score
6.8500
ESG Peer %
67.07
ESG Global %
64.20
Carbon Intensity
240
ESG Exclusion %
0.00
Sustainable Impact %
12.85
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The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund

XLU - PCX
A+
$77.23 -0.82 (-1.04%)
Utilities Equities
Equity
AUM: $15,968M
Expense Ratio: 0.08% (Very Low)
Volume: 5.8M (High)
Issuer: State Street
Holdings: 32
Inception: 1998-12-16 (26 years)
Neutral Momentum
Large AUM
Moderate Concentration
Low Volatility

iShares U.S. Infrastructure ETF

IFRA - BTS
A+
$45.66 +0.39 (0.86%)
Utilities Equities
Equity
AUM: $2,641M
Expense Ratio: 0.30% (Low)
Volume: 576.4K (Moderate)
Issuer: BlackRock, Inc.
Holdings: 160
Inception: 2018-04-03 (7 years)
Weak Momentum
Medium AUM
Very High Concentration
Moderate Volatility

Global X U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF

PAVE - BTS
A
$39.07 +0.79 (2.06%)
Utilities Equities
Equity
AUM: $8,048M
Expense Ratio: 0.47% (Moderate)
Volume: 976.8K (Moderate)
Issuer: Mirae Asset Global Investments Co., Ltd.
Holdings: 100
Inception: 2017-03-06 (8 years)
Weak Momentum
Medium AUM
Very High Concentration
High Volatility

Invesco Building & Construction ETF

PKB - PCX
A
$68.79 -1.80 (-2.55%)
Building & Construction
Equity
AUM: $313M
Expense Ratio: 0.57% (Low)
Volume: 40.9K (Low)
Issuer: Invesco
Holdings: 31
Inception: 2005-10-26 (19 years)
Weak Momentum
Small AUM
Low Concentration
Moderate Volatility