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The State Street SPDR SSGA US Lg Cap Low Vol Index ETF offers a diversified, volatility-weighted portfolio with modest growth and profitability metrics. LGLV trades at a 7% P/E discount to the Russell 1000, reflecting lower technology exposure and a balanced sector mix, while maintaining lower volatility. The fund has outperformed most low-volatility peers over 3- and 5-year periods, though it lags the broader market during strong rallies and excels in downturns.
On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi's Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed the State Street SPDR US Large Cap Low Volatility Index ETF (LGLV) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. The pair discussed several topics related to the fund to give investors a deeper understanding of the ETF.
VettaFi's Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed the State Street SPDR SSGA US Lg Cap Low Vol Index ETF (LGLV) on this week's “ETF of the Week” podcast with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” For more news, information, and strategy, visit the ETF Strategist Content Hub.
Shares of SPDR SSGA US Large Cap Low Volatility Index ETF (NYSEARCA:LGLV - Get Free Report) reached a new 52-week high during trading on Friday. The stock traded as high as $179.46 and last traded at $179.3190, with a volume of 9132 shares traded. The stock had previously closed at $178.88. SPDR SSGA US
The State Street SPDR US Large Cap Low Volatility Index ETF offers broad sector diversification and mitigates S&P 500 concentration risk. Despite its lower concentration risk, LGLV's low-volatility stock selection does not translate to meaningful downside protection or lower portfolio risk during market drawdowns. LGLV trades at lower multiples and offers a higher yield than SPY ETF, but has slower expected EPS growth.