The Motley Fool
23 Aug 2026, 05:04 UTC · 4h ago
Which Energy ETF Is a Better Buy: Broad Vanguard Fund or Concentrated XLE?
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The Motley Fool
23 Aug 2026, 05:04 UTC · 4h ago
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The State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE) and Vanguard Energy ETF (VDE) have produced nearly identical returns and drawdowns over the last five years. — Indicates that for broad energy exposure, the specific choice between these two major vehicles does not materially alter performance outcomes.
+0.10XLE is highly concentrated with only 21 holdings, while VDE provides broader diversification with 112 holdings including small and mid-cap companies. — Highlights a difference in idiosyncratic risk profile; XLE is more sensitive to the performance of a few top names.
+0.05XLE and VDE both maintain heavy concentrations in ExxonMobil, Chevron, and ConocoPhillips as their top three holdings. — Confirms that both funds are primarily driven by the performance of the largest U.S. oil majors.
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[mutual] Both are major energy producers and top holdings in energy sector ETFs.
[mutual] Both are major energy producers and top holdings in energy sector ETFs.
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