State Street SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About XOP

What does XOP invest in?

This State Street SPDR ETF aims to deliver investment results that, prior to fees and expenses, generally mirror the total return performance of the S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Select Industry Index. It offers investors targeted exposure to the oil and gas exploration and production segment of the S&P TMI, which includes the Integrated Oil & Gas, Oil & Gas Exploration & Production, and Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing sub-industries. The fund tracks a modified equal-weighted index, providing diversified industry representation across large, mid, and small-cap companies. This structure enables investors to implement more precise strategic or tactical positions compared to broader sector-based investment approaches.

What is the expense ratio of XOP?

State Street SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP) charges an expense ratio of 0.35%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is XOP?

State Street SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP) manages $4.56B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure. Funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is XOP actively managed or an index fund?

XOP's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was XOP launched?

State Street SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP) launched in June 2006 and is managed by SPDR.

How has XOP performed?

XOP's total return (price change plus reinvested distributions) is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.