FSELX vs. VTCAX
Compare and contrast key facts about Fidelity Select Semiconductors Portfolio (FSELX) and Vanguard Communication Services Index Fund Admiral Shares (VTCAX).
FSELX is managed by Fidelity. It was launched on Jul 29, 1985. VTCAX is managed by Vanguard. It was launched on Mar 11, 2005.
Performance
FSELX vs. VTCAX - Performance Comparison
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FSELX vs. VTCAX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FSELX Fidelity Select Semiconductors Portfolio | 0.00% | 52.17% | 49.68% | 78.49% | -35.27% | 59.16% | 44.33% | 64.50% | -12.01% | 34.51% |
VTCAX Vanguard Communication Services Index Fund Admiral Shares | -10.02% | 26.27% | 33.10% | 44.73% | -38.78% | 14.09% | 28.95% | 28.03% | -16.51% | -5.57% |
Returns By Period
Over the past 10 years, FSELX has outperformed VTCAX with an annualized return of 31.42%, while VTCAX has yielded a comparatively lower 8.09% annualized return.
FSELX
- 1D
- -4.27%
- 1M
- -9.75%
- YTD
- 0.00%
- 6M
- 7.40%
- 1Y
- 85.27%
- 3Y*
- 43.05%
- 5Y*
- 30.67%
- 10Y*
- 31.42%
VTCAX
- 1D
- 0.56%
- 1M
- -9.34%
- YTD
- -10.02%
- 6M
- -6.89%
- 1Y
- 18.31%
- 3Y*
- 22.92%
- 5Y*
- 7.15%
- 10Y*
- 8.09%
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FSELX vs. VTCAX - Expense Ratio Comparison
FSELX has a 0.68% expense ratio, which is higher than VTCAX's 0.10% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
FSELX vs. VTCAX — Risk / Return Rank
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FSELX vs. VTCAX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Fidelity Select Semiconductors Portfolio (FSELX) and Vanguard Communication Services Index Fund Admiral Shares (VTCAX). 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.
| FSELX | VTCAX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.07 | 0.94 | +1.13 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.72 | 1.48 | +1.24 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.38 | 1.20 | +0.18 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 4.58 | 1.11 | +3.47 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 18.71 | 4.16 | +14.56 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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Sharpe Ratios by Period
| FSELX | VTCAX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.07 | 0.94 | +1.13 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.80 | 0.34 | +0.46 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.91 | 0.39 | +0.52 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.49 | 0.41 | +0.09 |
Correlation
The correlation between FSELX and VTCAX is 0.63, which is considered to be moderate. This suggests that the two assets have some degree of positive relationship in their price movements. Moderate correlation can be acceptable for portfolio diversification, offering a balance between risk and potential returns.
Dividends
FSELX vs. VTCAX - Dividend Comparison
FSELX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 11.11%, more than VTCAX's 1.09% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FSELX Fidelity Select Semiconductors Portfolio | 11.11% | 11.11% | 7.97% | 7.20% | 6.69% | 6.99% | 8.13% | 3.36% | 26.80% | 14.44% | 3.82% | 15.22% |
VTCAX Vanguard Communication Services Index Fund Admiral Shares | 1.09% | 0.95% | 1.06% | 1.04% | 0.88% | 1.20% | 0.73% | 0.89% | 2.77% | 3.84% | 2.68% | 3.55% |
Drawdowns
FSELX vs. VTCAX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum FSELX drawdown since its inception was -82.54%, which is greater than VTCAX's maximum drawdown of -57.11%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for FSELX and VTCAX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| FSELX | VTCAX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -82.54% | -57.11% | -25.43% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -17.23% | -13.56% | -3.67% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -46.37% | -46.58% | +0.21% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -46.37% | -46.58% | +0.21% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -14.38% | -13.08% | -1.30% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -28.82% | -11.96% | -16.86% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 4.21% | 3.61% | +0.60% |
Volatility
FSELX vs. VTCAX - Volatility Comparison
Fidelity Select Semiconductors Portfolio (FSELX) has a higher volatility of 10.47% compared to Vanguard Communication Services Index Fund Admiral Shares (VTCAX) at 5.02%. This indicates that FSELX's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than VTCAX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| FSELX | VTCAX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 10.47% | 5.02% | +5.45% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 24.91% | 11.16% | +13.75% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 40.89% | 20.09% | +20.80% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 38.58% | 21.23% | +17.35% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 34.71% | 20.95% | +13.76% |