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The Best Communications Equities ETFs

The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Communications Equities ETFs.

Number of ETFs
13
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.52%
Avg. Dividend Yield
0.66%
Avg. 1 Year Return
17.74%
Median Risk/Return Score
17 / 100
The Best Communications Equities ETFs

13 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
WEBs Communication Services XLC Defined Volatility...Communications EquitiesJul 22, 20250.89%
-20.56%
0.00%
Fidelity Disruptive Communications ETFCommunications EquitiesApr 16, 20200.50%
0.53%
0.07%
21
Fidelity Metaverse ETFCommunications EquitiesApr 19, 20220.39%
1.20%
0.52%
17
Gabelli Opportunities in Live and Sports ETFCommunications EquitiesJan 2, 20260.90%0.00%
Global X PureCap MSCI Communication Services ETFCommunications EquitiesJul 22, 20250.15%
-0.80%
0.12%
iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETFCommunications EquitiesMay 22, 20000.42%
24.80%
5.34%
1.67%
87
KraneShares 2X Long BIDU Daily ETFLeveraged Equities, China Equities, Communications EquitiesNov 18, 20251.26%
-40.49%
0.00%
MUSQ Global Music Industry Index ETFCommunications EquitiesJul 6, 20230.76%
-13.09%
0.73%
4
ProShares On-Demand ETFCommunications EquitiesOct 26, 20210.58%
-18.87%
0.00%
3
Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Communication Service...Communications Equities, S&P 500, Equal WeightNov 7, 20180.40%
-10.64%
1.84%
7
Vanguard Communication Services ETFCommunications EquitiesSep 23, 20040.09%
-5.35%
8.42%
1.04%
24
Communication Services Select Sector SPDR FundCommunications EquitiesJun 18, 20180.13%
-8.35%
1.33%
13
SPDR S&P Telecom ETFCommunications EquitiesJan 26, 20110.35%
43.56%
15.75%
1.22%
91

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Best Communications Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Communications Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are XTL (91) and IYZ (87). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

SymbolNameRisk / Return RankAUMInception
SPDR S&P Telecom ETF
91
841.79MJan 2011
iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF
87
1.13BMay 2000
Vanguard Communication Services ETF
24
6.30BSep 2004
Fidelity Disruptive Communications ETF
21
106.70MApr 2020
Fidelity Metaverse ETF
17
47.54MApr 2022

Best-Performing Communications Equities ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Communications Equities ETFs is XTL (17.33%). Across the lineup, Communications Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 17.74% and an average 5-year return of 7.33%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

Lowest-Cost Communications Equities ETFs

The top Communications Equities ETFs is VOX (0.09%). With an average expense ratio of 0.52%, Communications Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

SymbolNameExpense RatioAUMInception
Vanguard Communication Services ETF0.09%6.30BSep 2004
Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund0.13%23.26BJun 2018
Global X PureCap MSCI Communication Services ETF0.15%Jul 2025
SPDR S&P Telecom ETF0.35%841.79MJan 2011
Fidelity Metaverse ETF0.39%47.54MApr 2022

Highest-Yield Communications Equities ETFs

The top Communications Equities ETFs is RSPC (1.84%). Across the lineup, Communications Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 0.66%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

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