SMH vs TIP: Which is better?
Quick Takeaway: TIP has a lower expense ratio (0.19%) than SMH (0.35%), making it more cost-effective for long-term buy-and-hold investors.
Comparison Matrix
| Metric | SMH (VanEck Semiconductor ETF) | TIP (iShares TIPS Bond ETF) |
|---|---|---|
| Asset Class | US Semiconductors | US Inflation-Protected Bond |
| Expense Ratio | 0.35% | 0.19% |
| Dividend Yield | 0.45% | 3.80% |
| AUM | $24B | $18B |
| Benchmark | MVIS US Listed Semiconductor 25 Index | Bloomberg U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) Index |
