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Invesco is a major player in the ETF space known for offering a broad, diversified lineup of 71 funds spanning multiple investment themes and strategies. Their portfolio spans income-focused funds, factor-based equity strategies, commodity exposure, digital assets, ESG investing, and the popular Invesco QQQ family tracking the Nasdaq-100, serving both income-seeking and growth-oriented investors. The issuer is particularly recognized for specialized offerings like BulletShares (laddered bond funds), sector rotation strategies, and thematic investing options, making it a comprehensive choice for investors seeking varied exposures beyond traditional index funds.
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State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is one of the largest ETF providers globally, known for its flagship SPDR suite of exchange-traded products that serve both institutional and retail investors across a broad range of asset classes. Their 88-fund lineup spans diverse strategies including sector exposure (Select Sector SPDR), income generation (Income and Select Sector SPDR Premium Income families), commodities (including the widely-held GLD gold ETF), bonds, ESG-focused investments, and thematic allocations, with popular tickers like DIA (Diamonds Trust), FEZ (Eurozone exposure), and JNK (high-yield bonds) among their most recognized funds. The issuer is characterized by its comprehensive coverage across multiple market segments and its emphasis on both traditional index-based products and specialized strategies like covered call income funds and factor-based investing.
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Projections assume the current yield and share price remain constant. Actual results will vary.
Total returns
SOXQ has outpaced XLK over the trailing twelve months, posting a 129.91% total return against 44.50%. The lead holds up over 5 years too: SOXQ has compounded at 31.90% a year, against 20.41% for XLK. XLK has been the steadier holding, though — annualized volatility of 24.4% against 38.4% for SOXQ. Figures are total returns: price change plus every distribution reinvested.
Total return with all distributions reinvested on the ex-dividend date, split-adjusted, as of July 2, 2026. YTD and 1Y are cumulative; longer windows are annualized. “Since Jun 2021” measures every fund from June 11, 2021 — the youngest fund's first trading day — so all funds share one comparison window. Volatility is the annualized standard deviation of daily total returns over the trailing 3 years. Sharpe and Sortino divide the annualized return in excess of the risk-free rate by, respectively, that volatility and the downside deviation (both over the trailing 3 years) — higher is better. Max drawdown is the largest peak-to-trough total-return decline over the same window — shallower is better.
Quick verdict
SOXQ (Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF) and XLK (Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund) are both quarterly-pay dividend ETFs, but they take different approaches.
XLK offers the higher yield at 0.49% vs 0.29% for SOXQ. A higher yield means more current income per dollar invested, though it may come with different risk characteristics.
XLK is cheaper with an expense ratio of 0.09% compared to 0.19%.
They track different benchmarks: SOXQ is linked to PHLX SOX Semiconductor Sector Index while XLK tracks Technology Select Sector Index, which means their performance drivers differ.
XLK is the larger fund by assets ($118B), which generally means tighter spreads and better liquidity.
Deep dive
Yield & income
On a $10,000 investment, SOXQ would generate roughly $2.42/month, while XLK would produce $4.08/month, at current distribution rates. Both pay quarterly distributions.
SOXQ yield0.29%
XLK yield0.49%
Monthly diff on $10K$1.67
Cost & efficiency
Over 10 years on $10,000, SOXQ would cost approximately $190 in fees vs $90 for XLK (simplified, not compounded). The $100.00 difference may be offset by yield or performance.
SOXQ ER0.19%
XLK ER0.09%
Strategy & risk
SOXQ tracks PHLX SOX Semiconductor Sector Index with a basket approach, while XLK tracks Technology Select Sector Index with a technology approach. Beta is 2.19 for SOXQ and 1.42 for XLK, indicating XLK is less volatile relative to the market.
SOXQ beta2.19
XLK beta1.42
Fund details
SOXQ is managed by Invesco (launched 06/11/2021) with $2.61B in assets. XLK is managed by State Street (launched 12/16/1998) with $118B in assets.
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOXQ or XLK better for dividend income?
It depends on your goals. XLK currently offers the higher distribution yield, which means more income per dollar invested. However, a lower-yield fund may offer better total return or lower volatility. Consider your time horizon and risk tolerance.
What is the difference between SOXQ and XLK?
SOXQ (Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF) tracks PHLX SOX Semiconductor Sector Index with a basket approach, while XLK (Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund) tracks Technology Select Sector Index with a technology approach. They are issued by Invesco and State Street respectively.
Can I hold both SOXQ and XLK?
Yes. Many income investors hold both to diversify across different strategies and underlying indexes. This can reduce concentration risk while maintaining a strong income stream.
Which has lower fees, SOXQ or XLK?
SOXQ has an expense ratio of 0.19% while XLK charges 0.09%. Lower fees mean more of your investment returns stay in your pocket over time.
How much income does $10,000 in SOXQ vs XLK generate?
At current rates, $10,000 in SOXQ would generate roughly $2.42 per month ($29.00 annually). The same in XLK would produce about $4.08 per month ($49.00 annually).
Which has performed better historically, SOXQ or XLK?
SOXQ has outpaced XLK over the trailing twelve months, posting a 129.91% total return against 44.50%. The lead holds up over 5 years too: SOXQ has compounded at 31.90% a year, against 20.41% for XLK. XLK has been the steadier holding, though — annualized volatility of 24.4% against 38.4% for SOXQ. Figures are total returns: price change plus every distribution reinvested. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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