Xtrackers MSCI USA Communication Services UCITS ETF 1D

Xtrackers MSCI USA Communication Services UCITS ETF 1D is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the MSCI USA Communication Services 20-35 Custom Index, focusing on large and mid-cap companies in the U.S. communication services sector. This sector encompasses telecommunications, media, entertainment, and interactive services, including providers of internet content, mobile services, television broadcasting, and online advertising platforms. The ETF employs full physical replication, investing directly in index constituents to mirror performance, with a total expense ratio of 0.12% p.a. and annual dividend distributions yielding around 0.76-0.85% recently. Top holdings feature dominant players like Meta Platforms, Netflix, Alphabet (Class A and C), Walt Disney, AT&T, Verizon, Comcast, and T-Mobile US, representing significant portions of assets under management totaling approximately 922 million Euros. Domiciled in Ireland and launched in January 2021, it is issued by Xtrackers, part of DWS, offering unhedged USD exposure primarily to North American firms with some global reach. With over 930 million Euros in assets, this ETF provides targeted access to a vital market segment driving connectivity, content consumption, and digital innovation.