SPDR SSGA US Large Cap Low Volatility Index ETF (LGLV)

Overview

The fund is a financial instrument that focuses on investing primarily in stock securities associated with U.S. large capitalization companies that are characterized by low volatility. This strategic focus on low-volatility stocks is designed to potentially offer investors a more stable investment option within the equity market. By committing at least 80% of its total assets to securities that make up its benchmark index, the fund is dedicated to closely mirroring the performance of the index. This index specifically measures the performance of U.S. large cap companies which are deemed to have lower than average volatility, where volatility represents the degree to which the price of a stock fluctuates over time.

Products and Services

• Index-Based Investment

  The fund's primary product is an investment vehicle that allocates substantially all of its assets to securities within its benchmark index. This type of investment is designed for investors looking for exposure to U.S. large capitalization stocks with a strategy to minimize volatility. It aims to replicate the performance of its index, thereby offering investors a pathway to participate in the performance of selected companies exhibiting lower volatility.

• Low Volatility Focused Portfolio

  In line with its investment strategy, the fund creates a portfolio that is heavily weighted towards stocks characterized by lower volatility. This is achieved through a meticulous selection process that identifies U.S. large cap companies with a track record of lower price fluctuations. The goal is to provide a potentially less risky investment option for investors concerned about market instability and looking for steadier returns over time.