XLP vs. IYK: A Tale of Two ETFs

Both funds, in their own way, seek to grant investors a slice of the consumer staples pie. Yet, XLP, that paragon of frugality, boasts a lower expense ratio and a more concentrated portfolio, while IYK, ever the broad-minded soul, spreads its wings wider, with a smattering of healthcare and basic materials to its name. A dash of variety, one might say, though not without its price.





