VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF (SMH)
SMH, or the VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF, is a passive exchange-traded fund (ETF) managed by VanEck. The fund tracks the investment results of the MVIS US Listed Semiconductor 25 Index, which is designed to provide exposure to the performance of companies in the semiconductor industry. The index comprises 25 companies listed on U.S. exchanges involved in developing, developing, manufacturing, and selling semiconductors. The ETF aims to provide investors with exposure to the performance of companies in the semiconductor industry, which can be an attractive investment opportunity as the semiconductor industry is a crucial driver of technological innovation and growth in many sectors.
The SMH ETF was launched on December 20, 2011, and has a 0.35% expense ratio.
ETF Info
| ISIN | US92189F6768 |
|---|---|
| CUSIP | 92189F676 |
| Issuer | VanEck |
| Inception Date | Dec 20, 2011 |
| Region | Developed Markets (Broad) |
| Category | Technology Equities |
| Index Tracked | MVIS US Listed Semiconductor 25 Index |
| ETF Home Page | www.vaneck.com |
| Asset Class | Equity |
Asset Class Size | Large-Cap |
Asset Class Style | Blend |
Expense Ratio
The VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF has a high expense ratio of 0.35%, indicating higher-than-average management fees.
Share Price Chart
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Performance
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
Compare to other instruments
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Return
VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF had a return of 58.80% year-to-date (YTD) and 45.23% in the last 12 months. Over the past 10 years, VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF had an annualized return of 26.51%, outperforming the S&P 500 benchmark which had an annualized return of 9.87%.
| Period | Return | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Year-To-Date | 58.80% | 19.67% |
| 1 month | 13.15% | 8.42% |
| 6 months | 10.26% | 7.29% |
| 1 year | 45.23% | 12.71% |
| 5 years (annualized) | 31.05% | 10.75% |
| 10 years (annualized) | 26.51% | 9.87% |
Monthly Returns Heatmap
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 16.75% | 5.49% | 5.50% | -2.74% | -7.19% | -4.16% | 15.49% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF (SMH) and S&P 500 (^GSPC). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.
| Sharpe ratio | Sortino ratio | Omega ratio | Calmar ratio | Ulcer Index | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SMH VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF | 1.58 | ||||
^GSPC S&P 500 | 0.91 |
Dividend History
VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF granted a 1.49% dividend yield in the last twelve months. The annual payout for that period amounted to $2.40 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $2.40 | $2.40 | $1.57 | $1.50 | $4.24 | $1.64 | $1.40 | $0.58 | $1.14 | $0.63 | $0.66 | $1.20 |
Dividend yield | 1.49% | 2.37% | 1.02% | 1.38% | 6.00% | 3.75% | 2.85% | 1.61% | 4.28% | 2.31% | 3.11% | 7.44% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | |
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $2.40 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.57 |
| 2020 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.50 |
| 2019 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.24 |
| 2018 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.64 |
| 2017 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.40 |
| 2016 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.58 |
| 2015 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.14 |
| 2014 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.63 |
| 2013 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.66 |
| 2012 | $0.03 | $0.08 | $0.01 | $0.04 | $0.11 | $0.00 | $0.03 | $0.10 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.72 |
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way.
Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF was 91.45%, occurring on Nov 20, 2008. Recovery took 2342 trading sessions.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -91.45% | Jun 5, 2000 | 2137 | Nov 20, 2008 | 2342 | Mar 9, 2018 | 4479 |
| -45.3% | Dec 28, 2021 | 202 | Oct 14, 2022 | 166 | Jun 14, 2023 | 368 |
| -33.62% | Feb 20, 2020 | 22 | Mar 20, 2020 | 53 | Jun 5, 2020 | 75 |
| -25.59% | Mar 13, 2018 | 199 | Dec 24, 2018 | 59 | Mar 21, 2019 | 258 |
| -18.97% | May 8, 2000 | 12 | May 23, 2000 | 7 | Jun 2, 2000 | 19 |
Volatility Chart
The current VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF volatility is 6.09%, representing the average percentage change in the investments's value, either up or down over the past month. The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.