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
- 14
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.50%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 0.64%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 12.34%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 18 / 100
The Best Communications Equities ETFs
3 results
| Symbol | Full Name | Category | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Return | 10Y Return (Annualized) | Dividend Yield | Risk / Return Rank | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Omega Ratio | Martin Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMO Global Communications Index ETF | Communications Equities | May 2, 2018 | 0.39% | 5.66% | — | 0.99% | 23 | ||||||||
| Harvest Meta Enhanced High Income Shares ETF - Cla... | Derivative Income, Leveraged Equities, Communications Equities | Jan 16, 2025 | 0.40% | — | — | 11.71% | — | ||||||||
| Global X Equal Weight Canadian Telecommunications ... | Communications Equities | Nov 6, 2024 | — | -8.10% | — | 6.37% | 5 |
Best Communications Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Communications Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are XTL (89) and IYZ (76).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPDR S&P Telecom ETF | 89 | 581.40M | Jan 2011 | |
| iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF | 76 | 1.18B | May 2000 | |
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 26 | 5.90B | Sep 2004 | |
| Fidelity Disruptive Communications ETF | 20 | 100.32M | Apr 2020 | |
| Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund | 18 | 23.24B | Jun 2018 |
Best-Performing Communications Equities ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Communications Equities ETFs is XTL (17.09%).
Across the lineup, Communications Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 12.34% and an average 5-year return of 7.46%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPDR S&P Telecom ETF | 17.09% | 581.40M | Jan 2011 | |
| Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund | 7.51% | 23.24B | Jun 2018 | |
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 6.81% | 5.90B | Sep 2004 | |
| iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF | 6.03% | 1.18B | May 2000 | |
| Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Communication Service... | -0.14% | 57.61M | Nov 2018 |
Lowest-Cost Communications Equities ETFs
The top Communications Equities ETFs is VOX (0.09%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.50%, Communications Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 0.09% | 5.90B | Sep 2004 | |
| Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund | 0.13% | 23.24B | Jun 2018 | |
| VanEck Communication Services TruSector ETF | 0.14% | 47.67M | Feb 2026 | |
| Global X PureCap MSCI Communication Services ETF | 0.15% | — | Jul 2025 | |
| SPDR S&P Telecom ETF | 0.35% | 581.40M | Jan 2011 |
Highest-Yield Communications Equities ETFs
The top Communications Equities ETFs is RSPC (1.81%).
Across the lineup, Communications Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 0.64%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Communication Service... | 1.81% | 57.61M | Nov 2018 | |
| iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF | 1.76% | 1.18B | May 2000 | |
| Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund | 1.29% | 23.24B | Jun 2018 | |
| SPDR S&P Telecom ETF | 1.27% | 581.40M | Jan 2011 | |
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 1.04% | 5.90B | Sep 2004 |
Top ETFs Categories
Global Equities · 596 ETFsEurope Equities · 575 ETFsLeveraged Equities · 553 ETFsDerivative Income · 492 ETFsLarge Cap Blend Equities · 475 ETFsAsia Pacific Equities · 429 ETFsTechnology Equities · 412 ETFsDefined Outcome · 343 ETFsS&P 500 · 300 ETFsCorporate Bonds · 283 ETFsEmerging Markets Equities · 280 ETFsDividend · 273 ETFsGovernment Bonds · 262 ETFsLarge Cap Growth Equities · 246 ETFsForeign Large Cap Equities · 230 ETFsLarge Cap Value Equities · 201 ETFsHigh Yield Bonds · 198 ETFsCryptocurrency · 193 ETFsOptions Trading · 164 ETFsPrecious Metals · 159 ETFsHealth & Biotech Equities · 152 ETFsEnergy Equities · 151 ETFsMunicipal Bonds · 149 ETFsESG · 147 ETFsREIT · 146 ETFsJapan Equities · 140 ETFsEmerging Markets Bonds · 136 ETFsFinancials Equities · 135 ETFsNasdaq-100 · 133 ETFsEuropean Government Bonds · 126 ETFs
Top ETFs Comparisons
Compare the top ETFs symbols based on PortfoliosLab usage data.
Risk vs. Return Scatterplot
The Risk vs. Return Scatterplot allows you to quickly compare funds, stocks, and ETFs in one view. It displays the yearly return of an instrument on one axis and the risk (volatility) on the other.
Loading charts...
5 Years