iShares S&P 500 Consumer Staples Sector
US staples companies
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ETF description
This ETF invests in companies within the U.S. consumer staples sector, which includes businesses that produce essential goods such as food, beverages, and household products. These companies tend to be less affected by economic cycles, as their products are consistently in demand regardless of the state of the economy. The fund aims to track the performance of an index representing U.S. consumer staples companies, providing investors with focused exposure to this stable and defensive sector.
This ETF may appeal to investors seeking steady growth and lower volatility, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty.
Issuer details
iShares ETFs are issued and managed by BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management company.
With 800+ products globally and over $2trn in assets (as at June 2024), iShares ETFs are a flexible, low‑cost way for investors to gain exposure to various market segments, including fixed income, emerging markets and broad‑based indexes.
Index details
The S&P 500 Consumer Staples Sector index offers investors a comprehensive measure of performance for companies within the consumer staples sector of the S&P 500. By focusing on essential goods and services, the index provides valuable insights into a stable and defensive segment of the market.
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