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The Best Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs

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

Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs are exchange-traded funds that invest in a diversified portfolio of companies that operate in the consumer discretionary sector. The consumer discretionary sector includes companies that produce and sell non-essential goods and services such as automobiles, clothing, entertainment, and leisure products. These companies tend to benefit from a strong economy and consumer spending. They can include a mix of large and small-cap companies and provide exposure to different subsectors within the consumer discretionary industry.

It's important to note that these ETFs tend to be more sensitive to changes in economic conditions, as consumer discretionary companies tend to be more affected by changes in consumer spending and disposable income. As a result, they are generally considered riskier than the overall market, as the performance of consumer discretionary companies can be heavily dependent on the economy's overall health. However, they also have the potential for higher returns.

Number of ETFs
31
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.53%
Avg. Dividend Yield
3.09%
Avg. 1 Year Return
7.71%
Median Risk/Return Score
21 / 100
The Best Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs

31 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend YieldRisk / Return RankMax. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
VanEck Retail ETFConsumer Discretionary EquitiesDec 20, 20110.35%
9.25%
14.19%
0.89%
40
iShares Global Consumer Discretionary ETFConsumer Discretionary EquitiesSep 21, 20060.46%
-0.08%
9.89%
1.39%
22
YieldMax TSLA Performance & Distribution Target 25...Derivative Income, Consumer Discretionary EquitiesNov 17, 20251.01%
-21.95%
22.80%
Toyota Motor Corporation ADRhedgedConsumer Discretionary EquitiesMar 13, 20250.19%4.86%
VanEck Consumer Discretionary TruSector ETFConsumer Discretionary EquitiesAug 20, 20250.16%
1.95%
0.47%
Simplify Volt RoboCar Disruption and Tech ETFConsumer Discretionary EquitiesDec 28, 20200.95%
-26.36%
30.05%
5
Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETFConsumer Discretionary EquitiesJan 26, 20040.10%
2.21%
13.44%
0.71%
22
AdvisorShares Vice ETFConsumer Discretionary EquitiesDec 12, 20170.99%
5.80%
0.74%
7
Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR FundConsumer Discretionary EquitiesDec 16, 19980.13%
-0.25%
12.43%
0.76%
20
State Street Consumer Discretionary Select Sector ...Derivative Income, Consumer Discretionary EquitiesJul 29, 20250.35%
1.83%
15.66%
23
SPDR S&P Retail ETFConsumer Discretionary EquitiesJun 19, 20060.35%
7.71%
9.00%
0.74%
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Best Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are CARZ (80) and PEJ (40). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

Best-Performing Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs is CARZ (13.61%). Across the lineup, Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 7.71% and an average 5-year return of 3.38%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
First Trust NASDAQ Global Auto Index Fund
13.61%
46.29MMay 2011
AdvisorShares Hotel ETF
10.96%
2.99MApr 2021
VanEck Retail ETF
10.03%
257.98MDec 2011
Invesco Dynamic Leisure & Entertainment ETF
6.99%
255.86MJun 2005
Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund
6.44%
21.77BDec 1998

Lowest-Cost Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs

The top Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs is FDIS (0.08%). With an average expense ratio of 0.53%, Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

Highest-Yield Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs

The top Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs is VCAR (30.05%). Across the lineup, Consumer Discretionary Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 3.09%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

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