iShares Semiconductor ETF
SOXX ThematicUpdated: Jul 4, 2026, 21:17 UTC
Key Metrics
Top 10 Holdings
| Holding | Ticker | Weight | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micron Technology Inc | MU | 11.62% | |
| Advanced Micro Devices Inc | AMD | 9.49% | |
| Broadcom Inc | AVGO | 6.9% | |
| Intel Corp | INTC | 6.2% | |
| Marvell Technology Inc | MRVL | 6.19% | |
| NVIDIA Corp | NVDA | 5.88% | |
| Applied Materials Inc | AMAT | 4.45% | |
| Qualcomm Inc | QCOM | 4.35% | |
| Texas Instruments Inc | TXN | 3.56% | |
| NXP Semiconductors NV | NXPI | 3.49% |
Sector Allocation
About This ETF
The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) is a Thematic ETF with an expense ratio (TER) of 0.34% and $38.4B in assets under management., with its largest holdings being Micron Technology Inc, Advanced Micro Devices Inc, Broadcom Inc. The ETF currently yields 0.29% in dividends. Year-to-date, SOXX has returned +80.73%.
The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of its index and in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the component securities of its index and may invest up to 20% of its assets in certain futures, options and swap contracts, cash and cash equivalents. The fund is non-diversified.
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What is the TER of SOXX (iShares Semiconductor ETF)?
SOXX has a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.34 % per year. That sits below the thematic category median (0.68 % across 15 peer ETFs). The TER is deducted directly from the fund and lowers your effective return.
What return has SOXX delivered?
Performance for SOXX: YTD: +80.73 % · 3-year p.a.: +50.17 % · 5-year p.a.: +31.45 %. Over 5 years, SOXX outperforms the thematic category median of +1.69 % by +29.76 pp. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns.
What are the top holdings of SOXX?
The five largest positions in SOXX are: MU, AMD, AVGO, INTC, MRVL. The full holdings list is updated daily on this page.
Does SOXX pay dividends?
SOXX has a current dividend yield of 0.29 %. Distributing ETFs pay this out in cash; accumulating versions reinvest it inside the fund. Check the share class on your broker before buying.
Where can I buy or set up a savings plan for SOXX?
SOXX is available at most major brokers. For a free monthly savings plan from €1, look at Trade Republic, Scalable Capital or Flatex. The broker comparison on this site shows fees, free-savings-plan ETFs and execution exchanges side by side.
What is the iShares Semiconductor ETF?
The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) packages leading U.S. chip companies into a single security. With $29.6B in assets and a 0.34% expense ratio, it ranks among the world's largest sector ETFs. Its focus is 100% technology — specifically chip designers, manufacturers, and equipment makers. For investors who want targeted exposure to the backbone of the digital economy, it offers concentrated access to a structural growth theme rather than broad market diversification.
Performance and Drivers
Semiconductors have delivered standout results recently. SOXX shows a return of 81.65% year to date, 52.24% over three years, and 32.67% over five years. The price of $569.47 sits near the 52-week high of $584.50, well above the low of $201.12.
This run is powered by the boom in artificial intelligence, data centers, and sustained chip demand. Large positions such as Advanced Micro Devices (8.03%), Broadcom (7.95%), Micron Technology (7.63%), and NVIDIA (6.85%) shape the performance. The dividend yield is just 0.36%, so returns come almost entirely from price appreciation rather than income.
Risk Profile
SOXX is highly concentrated: the fund is classified as non-diversified and is fully invested in the technology sector. Its ten largest holdings — including Advanced Micro Devices, Broadcom, and Micron Technology — account for a substantial share, leaving it exposed to industry-specific shocks.
- Cyclicality: Chip demand swings sharply with the economy and inventory cycles.
- Concentration: No diversification across other sectors or regions.
- Valuation: The price is near its all-time high, making pullbacks more likely.
- Currency risk: The ETF is denominated in USD. For euro-area investors, the value also fluctuates with the EUR/USD exchange rate.
Who is SOXX for?
This ETF suits conviction technology investors with a long horizon and high risk tolerance who want targeted exposure to the semiconductor cycle. Those who believe in structural growth from artificial intelligence, connectivity, and electrification gain concentrated access here. As a satellite position within an otherwise broadly diversified portfolio, it can add a deliberate tilt.
SOXX is less appropriate for safety- or income-focused investors — the 0.36% dividend yield is minimal. It also does not work as a sole core holding: concentrating on one industry runs counter to the principle of broad diversification. Investors who cannot tolerate sharp price swings or currency effects should approach with caution.
Comparison with Other Semiconductor ETFs
SOXX competes with several specialized sector ETFs:
- VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH): Tracks a more concentrated index of the 25 largest chip names and weights market leaders more heavily.
- SPDR S&P Semiconductor ETF (XSD): Uses an equal-weight methodology, giving small and mid-cap chipmakers greater emphasis.
- Invesco Semiconductors ETF (PSI): Selects holdings on price and fundamental criteria, following a more active, rules-based approach.
At a 0.34% expense ratio, SOXX sits within the typical range for this category. The choice depends on whether you prefer broader spread or a focus on the very largest names.
Where can I buy SOXX?
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