Sector ETF

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A class of exchange-traded fund that invests in the stocks and securities of a specific sector, typically identified in the fund title. Most sector ETFs focus on U.S.-based stocks, but several will invest globally in an attempt to capture the worldwide performance of the given sector. Assets will be passively managed around an underlying index; several use indexes provided from data services like S&P and Dow Jones. Leveraged sector ETFs are also available, which aim to achieve double the return of the underling index, both on advancing and declining trading days. 
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Investopedia explains 'Sector ETF'

Sector ETFs have become very popular among investors, as they can be used to plug holes in otherwise diversified portfolios, or simply for hedging and speculating. Their high level of liquidity means that there are rarely any large tracking errors from the underlying index, even during intraday trading.

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    If the broad market finds a near-term bottom, the semiconductor sector should also
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  • An Introduction To Sector ETFs

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    ... For example, purchasing an energy-sector ETF will allow an investor to make a bet
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    ... and How To Use ETFs In Your Portfolio.) Intra-Sector ETF Pairs Trade ETFs have become
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  • Spread Out Risk With Sector-Based ETFs

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    ... The most popular of these select sector ETFs are the Financial Select Sector ETF
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  • 4 ETF Strategies For A Down Market

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    ... This investor could purchase a consumer staples sector ETF to increase exposure
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  • The Utilities Sector Is Still Full Of Bargains

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    ... every portfolio. The previous picks along with the SPDR S&P International
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  • Leveraged ETFs: Are They Right For You?

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    ... A new twist on the strategy for aggressive investors could include using
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  • ETFs For Sector Rotation Strategies

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    ... up. When a sector reaches the peak of its move as defined by the economic
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  • 3 Steps To A Profitable ETF Portfolio

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