VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF (SMHX)
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Should You Invest in the VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF (SMHX)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Technology - Semiconductors segment of the equity market, look no further than the VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF (SMHX), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on August 27, 2024.
This Semiconductor ETF Is Up 58% This Year and Doesn't Own TSMC
The VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:SMHX) has ripped higher in 2026, gaining 58.48% year to date through July 6, and it does not own a single share of the world's largest chipmaker.
Should You Invest in the VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF (SMHX)?
The VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF (SMHX) was launched on August 27, 2024, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Technology - Semiconductors segment of the equity market.
VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BZ Brandon Zatopek Commonwealth Equity Services LLC | 9,107 | $581,830 | $545,327.16 | -$36,502.84 | -6.27% |
| KMT Kirk M. Tokheim Ameritas Advisory Services LLC | 317 | $11,798.74 | $18,707.85 | $6,909.11 | 58.56% |
| CAL CoreCap Advisors LLC CoreCap Advisors LLC | 4 | $152.12 | $219.36 | $67.24 | 44.2% |
 Dave Reichert Echo45 Advisors LLC | 16,902 | $642,655.08 | $926,905.68 | $284,250.6 | 44.23% |
 Rachel Faulk Cape Investment Advisory Inc. | 783 | $50,026 | $45,946.44 | -$4,079.56 | -8.15% |
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Overview
The entity described is an investment fund that primarily focuses on the semiconductor industry, specifically targeting fabless semiconductor companies. These companies are characterized by their business model, which does not involve the direct manufacturing (fabrication) of semiconductor devices; instead, they design and sell hardware and delegate the manufacturing to specialized semiconductor foundries. The investment approach of the fund adheres to the criterion that at least 80% of its total assets must be invested in securities that are included in its benchmark index, the Fabless Index. This benchmark is specifically composed of U.S.-listed common stocks of companies that generate at least 50% of their revenue from the semiconductor sector and are considered fabless. It is important to note that this fund is classified as non-diversified, implying a concentrated investment strategy in the semiconductor sector, which may involve higher risks and volatility compared to diversified funds.
Products and Services
The main product offered by the fund is its investment vehicle targeting the fabless semiconductor industry. This focus allows investors an opportunity to invest in a curated index of fabless semiconductor companies, leveraging the growth and innovation in the semiconductor industry without the need for direct investment in individual stocks. Below is a breakdown of the fund's primary offering:
- Investment in the Fabless Index: The fund offers a specialized investment product that tracks the Fabless Index. This index is meticulously composed of U.S.-listed stocks from companies in the semiconductor industry that derive a significant portion of their revenues from fabless operations. The inclusion criterion ensures that only companies with a substantial focus on the semiconductor industry, and specifically on the fabless business model, are considered. This serves as an attractive opportunity for investors looking to gain exposure to the fabless semiconductor sector, benefiting from its potential growth and advancements in technology.
