SPDR S&P 500 Low Volatility Fund

The SPDR S&P 500 Low Volatility Fund is an exchange-traded fund designed to provide exposure to the S&P 500 Index, specifically targeting the 100 stocks within the index that have historically demonstrated the lowest realized volatility. This fund's primary function is to offer investors access to large-cap U.S. equities while seeking to reduce overall portfolio risk through a focus on less volatile companies. Its holdings span various sectors represented in the broader S&P 500, but the selection methodology systematically emphasizes stocks with more stable price movements over time. The fund is structured to track the performance of the S&P 500 Low Volatility Index, with periodic rebalancing to maintain its low-volatility profile. By capturing this subset of U.S. blue-chip companies, the SPDR S&P 500 Low Volatility Fund plays a distinctive role in the market, catering to investors who prioritize capital preservation and reduced drawdowns, especially during periods of heightened market stress.