Global X Solar ETF (RAYS) Alternatives
Global X Solar ETF (RAYS) belongs to the Alternative Energy Equities category. Below you'll find alternative ETFs from the same category, ranked by key criteria, plus funds that investors commonly compare with RAYS. Use the tables to find lower-cost options, better risk-adjusted returns, or funds that fit a different role in your portfolio.
Cheapest Alternatives to RAYS
RAYS charges 0.50% annually. Among ETFs in the Alternative Energy Equities category, these options have the lowest expense ratios among RAYS alternatives.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readines... | 0.20% | Apr 8, 2021 | RAYS vs LCTD | |
| Fidelity Clean Energy ETF | 0.39% | Oct 5, 2021 | RAYS vs FRNW | |
| Direxion Hydrogen ETF | 0.45% | Mar 25, 2021 | RAYS vs HJEN | |
| SPDR S&P Kensho Clean Power ETF | 0.45% | Oct 22, 2018 | RAYS vs CNRG | |
| iShares Global Clean Energy ETF | 0.46% | Jun 24, 2008 | RAYS vs ICLN |
Best Risk-Adjusted Alternatives to RAYS
Among ETFs in the Alternative Energy Equities category, these options rank highest on PortfoliosLab's risk-adjusted score, which accounts for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency over a 1-year period.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Trust Global Wind Energy ETF | 97 | Jun 16, 2008 | RAYS vs FAN | |
| Fidelity Clean Energy ETF | 97 | Oct 5, 2021 | RAYS vs FRNW | |
| Invesco Global Clean Energy ETF | 97 | Jun 13, 2007 | RAYS vs PBD | |
| Global X Funds Global X Renewable Energy Producers... | 97 | May 28, 2015 | RAYS vs RNRG | |
| iShares Global Clean Energy ETF | 95 | Jun 24, 2008 | RAYS vs ICLN |
Top Performing RAYS Alternatives (YTD)
RAYS alternatives from the Alternative Energy Equities category, sorted by year-to-date return.
| Symbol | Name | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Trust Global Wind Energy ETF | 20.86% | Jun 16, 2008 | RAYS vs FAN | |
| iShares Energy Storage & Materials ETF | 18.93% | Mar 19, 2024 | RAYS vs IBAT | |
| Global X Hydrogen ETF | 14.01% | Jul 12, 2021 | RAYS vs HYDR | |
| Fidelity Clean Energy ETF | 13.86% | Oct 5, 2021 | RAYS vs FRNW | |
| Invesco Solar ETF | 13.42% | Apr 15, 2008 | RAYS vs TAN |
Lowest Volatility Alternatives to RAYS
RAYS alternatives from the Alternative Energy Equities category, sorted by annualized volatility over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Volatility 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readines... | 17.08% | Apr 8, 2021 | RAYS vs LCTD | |
| Global X Funds Global X Renewable Energy Producers... | 18.73% | May 28, 2015 | RAYS vs RNRG | |
| Invesco MSCI Sustainable Future ETF | 20.47% | Oct 24, 2006 | RAYS vs ERTH | |
| First Trust Nasdaq Clean Edge Smart GRID Infrastru... | 21.44% | Nov 17, 2009 | RAYS vs GRID | |
| First Trust Global Wind Energy ETF | 21.50% | Jun 16, 2008 | RAYS vs FAN |
Lowest Drawdown Alternatives to RAYS
RAYS alternatives from the Alternative Energy Equities category, sorted by maximum drawdown over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Max Drawdown 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X Funds Global X Renewable Energy Producers... | -9.94% | May 28, 2015 | RAYS vs RNRG | |
| First Trust Global Wind Energy ETF | -10.66% | Jun 16, 2008 | RAYS vs FAN | |
| BlackRock World ex U.S. Carbon Transition Readines... | -10.92% | Apr 8, 2021 | RAYS vs LCTD | |
| iShares Global Clean Energy ETF | -11.22% | Jun 24, 2008 | RAYS vs ICLN | |
| Fidelity Clean Energy ETF | -11.58% | Oct 5, 2021 | RAYS vs FRNW |
Other ETFs from Global X
Most popular Global X ETFs on PortfoliosLab, across asset classes.
| Symbol | Name | Category | Risk / Return Rank | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X NASDAQ 100 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income | 72 | 0.02% | Dec 12, 2013 | RAYS vs QYLD | |
| Global X Defense Tech ETF | Technology Equities | 92 | 9.34% | Sep 11, 2023 | RAYS vs SHLD | |
| Global X Uranium ETF | Commodity Producers Equities | 93 | 13.34% | Nov 4, 2010 | RAYS vs URA | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | Materials | 94 | 6.35% | Apr 19, 2010 | RAYS vs COPX | |
| Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 66 | -8.24% | May 11, 2018 | RAYS vs AIQ | |
| Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Themat... | Robotics, Technology Equities | 37 | -8.31% | Sep 12, 2016 | RAYS vs BOTZ | |
| Global X Silver Miners ETF | Precious Metals | 94 | 7.85% | Apr 19, 2010 | RAYS vs SIL | |
| Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income, S&P 500 | 56 | -1.04% | Jun 24, 2013 | RAYS vs XYLD | |
| Global X SuperDividend ETF | Global Equities, Dividend | 91 | 6.70% | Jun 8, 2011 | RAYS vs SDIV | |
| Global X DAX Germany ETF | Europe Equities | 28 | -7.59% | Oct 22, 2014 | RAYS vs DAX |
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