SOXX — iShares Semiconductor ETF
Technology Ranked #35 of 458 tracked ETFs · Issued by iShares
SOXX Price Performance — Growth of $10,000
Value of a $10,000 investment in SOXX over time, compared with SPY. Both lines are rebased to $10,000 on the first shared date. Based on total returns — prices are adjusted for dividends and splits, so this assumes distributions were reinvested. Hover or tap the chart for exact values.
SOXX Drawdown
The "underwater" chart: SOXX's decline from its highest prior value at each point in time. It shows how deep past losses ran and how long the fund took to recover to break-even.
What If You'd Invested in SOXX?
See what a lump sum in SOXX would have grown to, with the option to add a regular monthly contribution on top. Figures use total returns — dividends are assumed reinvested.
Past performance doesn't predict future results. Assumes contributions on the first trading day of each month, no trading costs or taxes, and reinvested distributions. History is limited to the range published in the site's daily return data.
Overview
The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) is a technology-focused fund, tracking the performance of semiconductor companies. Issued by iShares, it is positioned as the third-largest ETF in its category, with 17 other technology ETFs tracked by ETFValuer. SOXX holds an overall rank of #35 among 458 tracked ETFs, indicating a solid standing in the broader market. The fund has an expense ratio of 0.33%, which is relatively low, and a dividend yield of 0.60%, providing a modest income stream for investors. With a market value of $44.7 billion, the fund is well-capitalized, suggesting strong investor adoption and liquidity. The price of $520.05 reflects its size and popularity in the market.
The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) has shown a strong performance trajectory over the past year, with a 1-year return of +114.36% and a 3-year return of +223.58%. In the short term, the fund experienced a 1-day decline of -0.44% and a 1-week decline of -5.52%, indicating some volatility. However, over the longer term, the 1-month and 3-month returns of -5.66% and -0.84%, respectively, suggest a period of consolidation. The 6-month and year-to-date (YTD) returns of +44.85% and +65.97% respectively, demonstrate a significant recovery and growth in value. This pattern indicates a mix of short-term volatility and long-term growth, with the fund showing resilience and potential for appreciation.
The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) is categorized as having a 'Very High' volatility label, which is reflected in its beta of 2.32, indicating that the fund is more sensitive to market movements than the broader market. The Sharpe ratio of 2.42 suggests that the fund provides a good risk-adjusted return, meaning that the returns are relatively high compared to the risk taken. However, the maximum drawdown of -41.36% highlights the fund's potential for significant losses during market downturns. This combination of high volatility, a high beta, a strong Sharpe ratio, and a significant drawdown implies that the fund is suitable for investors who are willing to accept higher risk for the potential of higher returns, particularly in volatile market conditions.
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SOXX Top Holdings
| # | Holding | % of Net Assets | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Broadcom, Inc. | 7.85% | $1.16B |
| 2 | NVIDIA Corp. | 7.58% | $1.12B |
| 3 | Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. | 7.04% | $1.04B |
| 4 | QUALCOMM, Inc. | 5.47% | $806M |
| 5 | Micron Technology, Inc. | 4.98% | $733M |
| 6 | Intel Corp. | 4.88% | $718M |
| 7 | Texas Instruments, Inc. | 4.80% | $707M |
| 8 | Marvell Technology, Inc. | 4.73% | $697M |
| 9 | Lam Research Corp. | 4.73% | $697M |
| 10 | Applied Materials, Inc. | 4.51% | $664M |
Holdings as of 2025-09-30 per the fund's most recent SEC N-PORT-P filing. Top 10 holdings make up 56.6% of net assets — a rough gauge of concentration risk (the higher this figure, the more the fund's return depends on a handful of names). To see how SOXX's holdings overlap with other ETFs you own or are considering, check the Stock Overlap tool.
Which Funds Overlap With SOXX
Holding two funds that own the same companies adds cost and complexity without adding much diversification. These tracked ETFs share the most names with SOXX's top 10 — SOXQ overlaps most, holding 9 of the same companies as SOXX's top 10 (52.1% of SOXX's assets).
| ETF | Name | Shared Companies | SOXX Weight | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOXQ | Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF | 9 | 52.1% | Micron Technology, Inc., Broadcom, Inc., NVIDIA Corp.… |
| FTEC | Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF | 7 | 41.6% | NVIDIA Corp., Broadcom, Inc., Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.… |
| PSI | Invesco Semiconductors ETF | 7 | 41.5% | Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., Broadcom, Inc., NVIDIA Corp.… |
| VGT | Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF Shares | 6 | 37.1% | NVIDIA Corp., Broadcom, Inc., Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.… |
| MTUM | iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF | 6 | 37.1% | Broadcom, Inc., NVIDIA Corp., Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.… |
Compares the top 10 reported holdings of each fund, so it's a floor on true overlap — two S&P 500 trackers overlap ~100% even when only 10 names are listed. Use the Stock Overlap tool to search by individual company.
Market Backdrop
10-Year Treasury Yield: 4.69% (as of 2026-08-20) — The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds — the standard "risk-free rate" benchmark used to contextualize this fund’s Sharpe ratio and returns.
CBOE Volatility Index (VIX): 16.01 (as of 2026-08-20) — A real-time gauge of expected S&P 500 volatility over the next 30 days — useful context for this fund’s own volatility label.
Federal Funds Rate: 3.63% (as of 2026-07-01) — The Federal Reserve’s target policy rate, which anchors short-term borrowing costs across the economy.
What SOXX's Fees Cost You
SOXX charges an expense ratio of 0.33% a year, deducted automatically from the fund's value. Small percentages compound into real money — adjust the figures below to see the impact on your own numbers.
Assumes a constant gross return and no additional contributions — a simplification, but it isolates exactly what the expense ratio costs. Try the full fee calculator to model contributions and compare any two funds.
SOXX Dividend Income Estimator
SOXX currently yields 0.60%. Enter an amount to see the income that implies, or set a monthly income target to see the investment it would take.
Based on the fund's current trailing yield, which varies with price and distributions — treat it as an estimate, not a guarantee. Yields are not adjusted for tax.
See it in a portfolio
SOXX isn't one of the twelve funds in the portfolio game, but SMH — Semiconductors — sits in the same category and is. It is an equivalent, not a substitute: different holdings, different fee, different returns.
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SOXX Liquidity, Domicile & Tax Treatment
Liquidity: Quoted bid/ask spread is 0.21% and average daily volume is 10.2M/day. Tighter spreads and higher volume mean lower round-trip trading costs; this is a live-market snapshot and can widen during volatile sessions. AUM of $44.7B provides ample scale, supporting tight spreads and issuer commitment to keep the fund open.
Domicile & tax treatment: SOXX is a US-domiciled, SEC-registered ('40 Act) exchange-traded fund. Dividends and capital gains distributions are reported to US investors on Form 1099-DIV, and the fund is not subject to the PFIC reporting or UCITS-specific rules that apply to Irish- or Luxembourg-domiciled funds. Non-US investors should note that US-domiciled ETFs are generally subject to 30% US withholding tax on dividends (unless reduced by treaty) and to US estate tax exposure on the position — Irish-domiciled UCITS ETFs tracking the same index often avoid both, which is why non-US residents frequently prefer the UCITS equivalent where one exists. This is general information, not tax advice — consult a tax professional for your situation.
SOXX Performance History
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1-Day | -0.44% |
| 1-Week | -5.52% |
| 1-Month | -5.66% |
| 3-Month | -0.84% |
| 6-Month | +44.85% |
| YTD | +65.97% |
| 1-Year | +114.36% |
| 3-Year | +223.58% |
How SOXX Compares to Other Technology ETFs
| Rank | Grade | Ticker | Name | 1-Year | Exp. Ratio | AUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #28 | B+ |
XLK | State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | +41.83% | 0.08% | $115B |
| #29 | B+ |
SMH | VanEck Semiconductor ETF | +94.55% | 0.35% | $68.1B |
| #34 | B+ |
VGT | Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund ETF Shares | +39.14% | 0.09% | $161B |
| #35 | B+ |
SOXX | iShares Semiconductor ETF | +114.36% | 0.33% | $44.7B |
| #59 | B |
FTEC | Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF | +39.57% | 0.084% | $19.9B |
| #65 | B |
SOXQ | Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF | +109.37% | 0.19% | $2.54B |
| #94 | B |
IYW | iShares U.S. Technology ETF | +38.09% | 0.38% | $23.6B |
| #115 | B |
IGM | iShares Expanded Tech Sector ETF | +38.31% | 0.37% | $10.1B |
| #124 | B |
PSI | Invesco Semiconductors ETF | +130.68% | 0.56% | $2.34B |
| #134 | B |
XSD | State Street SPDR S&P Semiconductor ETF | +82.28% | 0.35% | $2.71B |
| #201 | B |
CIBR | First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF | +32.63% | 0.58% | $14.3B |
| #222 | C |
HACK | Amplify Cybersecurity ETF | +35.38% | 0.6% | $2.69B |
| #273 | C |
SKYY | First Trust Cloud Computing ETF | +35.31% | 0.6% | $2.85B |
| #398 | D |
FDN | First Trust Dow Jones Internet Index Fund | +6.78% | 0.49% | $5.14B |
| #403 | D |
BUG | Global X Cybersecurity ETF | +21.64% | 0.5% | $1.34B |
| #424 | D |
XSW | State Street SPDR S&P Software & Services ETF | +10.83% | 0.35% | $453M |
| #430 | D |
IGV | iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF | -2.77% | 0.38% | $13.3B |