AGG vs XLP: Which is better?

Quick Takeaway: AGG has a lower expense ratio (0.03%) than XLP (0.09%), making it more cost-effective for long-term buy-and-hold investors.

Comparison Matrix

Metric AGG (iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF) XLP (Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund)
Asset Class US Total Bond Market US Consumer Staples
Expense Ratio 0.03% 0.09%
Dividend Yield 4.10% 2.70%
AUM $105B $16B
Benchmark Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index Consumer Staples Select Sector Index

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