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Explore Top ETFs Outperforming SPY: XLI and IWF

10/13/2025

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Investors may consider two exchange-traded funds as alternatives to the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY).
The Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLI) has outperformed SPY this year, rising 16.75% versus SPY's 14.8%.
XLI offers a 1.37% dividend yield and a low expense ratio.
The iShares Russell 1000 Growth (IWF) focuses on large-cap growth stocks, including Nvidia and Microsoft, with a competitive expense ratio and AI-growth potential.

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Story summary

Investors may consider two exchange-traded funds as alternatives to the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY).
The Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLI) has outperformed SPY this year, rising 16.75% versus SPY's 14.8%.
XLI offers a 1.37% dividend yield and a low expense ratio.
The iShares Russell 1000 Growth (IWF) focuses on large-cap growth stocks, including Nvidia and Microsoft, with a competitive expense ratio and AI-growth potential.