THE FINANCIAL SELECT SECTOR SPDR FUND

NYSE ARCA: XLF
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Asset Type ETF
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The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund, commonly known as XLF, is a well-known exchange-traded fund (ETF) that focuses on the financial sector of the United States. Managed by State Street Global Advisors, it aims to mirror the performance of the Financial Select Sector Index. XLF invests in a variety of financial companies, covering both growth and value stocks across different market capitalizations. Launched in 1998, it offers investors exposure to the financial industry, including banks, insurance companies, and investment firms.

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The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE ARCA: XLF) ETF gives investors an opportunity to gain exposure to North America’s leading names in financial services, including heavy-hitting S&P...
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