The Best Utilities Equities ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Utilities Equities ETFs.
Utilities ETFs are exchange-traded funds that focus on investing in stocks of companies within the utilities sector. This sector encompasses companies that provide essential services, such as electricity, natural gas, and water supply. Utilities ETFs offer investors exposure to the stable and regulated nature of the utilities industry, known for its relatively consistent cash flows and dividend yields.
- Number of ETFs
- 23
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.55%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 2.84%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 16.25%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 39 / 100
The Best Utilities Equities ETFs
23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Street Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF | Utilities Equities | Dec 16, 1998 | 0.08% | 7.23% | 9.06% | 2.65% | 28 | ||||||||
| State Street Utilities Select Sector SPDR Premium ... | Utilities Equities | Jul 29, 2025 | 0.35% | 9.88% | — | 13.79% | — | ||||||||
| Global X U.S. Electrification ETF | Utilities Equities | Dec 17, 2024 | 0.50% | 15.16% | — | 1.63% | 63 |
Best Utilities Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Utilities Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are FPWR (75) and ZAP (63).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Trust EIP Power Solutions ETF | 75 | 26.19M | Aug 2019 | |
| Global X U.S. Electrification ETF | 63 | 474.07M | Dec 2024 | |
| SPDR S&P Global Infrastructure ETF | 62 | 956.65M | Jan 2007 | |
| ALPS Electrification Infrastructure ETF | 57 | 204.34M | Apr 2025 | |
| iShares Global Utilities ETF | 51 | 323.03M | Sep 2006 |
Best-Performing Utilities Equities ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Utilities Equities ETFs is POWR (16.47%).
Across the lineup, Utilities Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of 16.25% and an average 5-year return of 10.23%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares U.S. Power Infrastructure ETF | 16.47% | 421.73M | Jan 2012 | |
| Virtus Reaves Utilities ETF | 15.52% | 1.39B | Sep 2015 | |
| First Trust Utilities AlphaDEX Fund | 12.47% | 821.29M | May 2007 | |
| First Trust EIP Power Solutions ETF | 12.06% | 26.19M | Aug 2019 | |
| Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Utilities ETF | 11.26% | 550.31M | Nov 2006 |
Lowest-Cost Utilities Equities ETFs
The top Utilities Equities ETFs is FUTY (0.08%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.55%, Utilities 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity MSCI Utilities Index ETF | 0.08% | 2.35B | Oct 2013 | |
| State Street Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF | 0.08% | 23.51B | Dec 1998 | |
| Vanguard Utilities ETF | 0.09% | 10.60B | Jan 2004 | |
| Invesco S&P SmallCap Utilities & Communication Ser... | 0.29% | 17.42M | Apr 2010 | |
| State Street Utilities Select Sector SPDR Premium ... | 0.35% | 22.62M | Jul 2025 |
Highest-Yield Utilities Equities ETFs
The top Utilities Equities ETFs is XLUI (13.79%).
Across the lineup, Utilities Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.84%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Street Utilities Select Sector SPDR Premium ... | 13.79% | 22.62M | Jul 2025 | |
| iShares U.S. Power Infrastructure ETF | 5.68% | 421.73M | Jan 2012 | |
| FlexShares STOXX Global Broad Infrastructure Index... | 5.65% | 2.99B | Oct 2013 | |
| iShares Infrastructure Active ETF | 5.64% | — | Jul 2025 | |
| SPDR S&P Global Infrastructure ETF | 2.65% | 956.65M | Jan 2007 |
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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.
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