SPDR S&P 500 ETF

Fund Description

Key Features

• 1

  Broad and Diversified Market Exposure

  SPY offers instant access to a diversified portfolio of 500 blue-chip U.S. companies across all major sectors. These include industry leaders like Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon, providing representation of approximately 80% of the total U.S. market capitalisation. This makes it a strong core holding for investors seeking long-term growth potential. The fund uses full replication to mirror the index, ensuring alignment with the S&P 500’s performance.

• 2

  Unmatched Liquidity and Tradeability

  SPY is one of the most actively traded ETFs in the world, with billions in daily trading volume. Its deep liquidity means investors can buy and sell with minimal cost due to tight bid-ask spreads. This makes it a favourite not just for long-term investors, but also for institutional and tactical traders. The fund is also supported by a robust options market, offering flexibility for advanced strategies.

• 3

  Established Track Record and Transparency

  Launched in 1993, SPY is the oldest ETF in the world, with over three decades of proven performance. Its structure as a unit investment trust provides transparent, rules-based exposure to large-cap U.S. equities. With over US$600 billion in assets under management, it’s one of the largest ETFs globally. SPY’s size and reputation have made it a trusted building block in portfolios worldwide.