The State Street Real Estate Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLRE) and iShares Select US REIT ETF (ICF) both target U.S. real estate investment trusts, with XLRE offering a lower expense ratio and higher dividend yield. XLRE holds a more diversified portfolio, while ICF focuses primarily on equity REITs. Investors should note XLRE’s high payout ratio of 124.09%, indicating dividend payments exceed earnings, which may not be sustainable long-term. Both ETFs have a similar max drawdown over 5 years, with XLRE outperforming slightly in growth. Overall, investors should consider cost, yield, and performance when choosing between XLRE and ICF.

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