{"id":21780,"date":"2025-10-07T19:09:47","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T19:09:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/incredipros.com\/?p=21780"},"modified":"2025-10-07T19:09:47","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T19:09:47","slug":"best-defensive-etfs-for-plunging-markets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/incredipros.com\/?p=21780","title":{"rendered":"Best Defensive ETFs For Plunging Markets"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"\">\n<div class=\"overflow-hidden relative bg-blue-50 aspect-video w-full rounded-lg\"><\/div>\n<p>\n            Xinhua News Agency\/Contributor\/Getty Images\n        <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Stock market volatility can pop up at any time, potentially causing portfolio losses when you least expect it. Stubbornly high inflation and the impact of newly imposed tariffs could lead to an economic slowdown at some point.<\/p>\n<p>Defensive ETFs can help limit risk in your portfolio so you don\u2019t lose as much in the event of a market sell-off. Here are some of the best defensive ETFs to consider for your portfolio.<\/p>\n<h2 data-position=\"1\" data-beam-element-viewed=\"\" data-id=\"br-h2-1-onpage-placement\" data-type=\"h2\" data-location=\"Editorial\" data-name=\"h2_all\" data-text=\"Top defensive ETFs for portfolio protection\" data-outcome=\"\">Top defensive ETFs for portfolio protection<\/h2>\n<p>One way to protect your portfolio is to consider some of these popular low-cost ETFs that are invested in areas that tend to do well when markets turn bearish. Below are some top defensive funds to take a look at. <em>(Data as of October 1, 2025.)<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>iShares Edge MSCI Min Vol USA ETF (USMV)<\/h3>\n<p>This popular fund has over $23 billion in assets and is one way to stay invested in equities while minimizing risky exposure. The way the fund achieves this is by taking a look at the top stocks with the lowest volatility, then narrowing the selection further through their own ranking system and expected future volatility to decide whether or not it will be included in the fund.<\/p>\n<p>The fund mimics the MSCI USA Minimum Volatility Index, whose goal is to create the least-volatile basket of stocks from large- and mid-cap stocks.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<strong>5-year returns (annualized)<\/strong>: 10.1 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Dividend yield<\/strong>: 1.6 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Expense ratio<\/strong>: 0.15 percent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Fidelity MSCI Utilities ETF (FUTY)<\/h3>\n<p>Sectors like utilities and water tend to hold strong during times of market downturn, as their demand is a part of everyday life, regardless of market movements. Utility stocks are generally considered to be a good defensive move against bear markets and market downturns.<\/p>\n<p>Two of the fund\u2019s largest holdings \u2014 NextEra Energy (NEE) and Duke Energy (DUK) \u2014 provide electricity to millions of Americans along the country\u2019s Southeast coast.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<strong>5-year returns (annualized)<\/strong>: 11.6 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Dividend yield<\/strong>: 2.7 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Expense ratio<\/strong>: 0.084 percent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Invesco S&amp;P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF (SPHD)<\/h3>\n<p>With one of the highest yields on this list, the Invesco high dividend\/low volatility ETF delivers just that \u2014 payoff without the risk. The majority of the fund\u2019s holdings are in defensive and consumer-based sectors, utilities, consumer defensive and healthcare.<\/p>\n<p>All three sectors are well-poised for dividend growth, even during a market downturn. Utilities are a constant need regardless of market conditions, as is healthcare, and consumer defensive stocks that produce everyday mainstays like personal goods and foods all position a portfolio well in the event of market volatility. Some of its largest portfolio holdings include Altria Group (MO) and Verizon (VZ).<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<strong>5-year returns (annualized)<\/strong>: 12.8 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Dividend yield<\/strong>: 3.5 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Expense ratio<\/strong>: 0.30 percent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF (VDC)<\/h3>\n<p>Similar to the Fidelity MSCI Utilities ETF, this Vanguard fund has a strong focus on sectors that can defend a portfolio against market volatility. VDC in particular, though, is more focused on consumer goods than utilities.<\/p>\n<p>The fund\u2019s three largest holdings are in Costco Wholesale (COST), Walmart (WMT) and Procter &amp; Gamble (PG).<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<strong>5-year returns (annualized)<\/strong>: 8.2 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Dividend yield<\/strong>: 2.3 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Expense ratio<\/strong>: 0.09 percent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU)<\/h3>\n<p>Another fund focused on utilities, this ETF from State Street Global Advisors holds more than $21 billion in assets, making it the largest utilities-tracking ETF on the equity market. Like the Fidelity fund on this list, the company is focused on energy companies that supply things like electricity and gas to millions of Americans across the country. These funds are stable mainstays during times of market volatility.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<strong>5-year returns (annualized)<\/strong>: 11.3 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Dividend yield<\/strong>: 2.7 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Expense ratio<\/strong>: 0.08 percent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>iShares 1-3 Year Treasury Bond ETF (SHY)<\/h3>\n<p>This bond fund offers a decent yield along with considerable stability by holding a variety of short-term U.S. Treasurys.<\/p>\n<p>The short maturities decrease the risk of runaway interest rates clamping down on the fund\u2019s price. The fund is designed to hedge market downturns and could have a place in a diversified portfolio positioned for volatility.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<strong>5-year returns (annualized)<\/strong>: 1.4 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Dividend yield<\/strong>: 3.9 percent<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Expense ratio<\/strong>: 0.15 percent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-position=\"2\" data-beam-element-viewed=\"\" data-id=\"br-h2-2-onpage-placement\" data-type=\"h2\" data-location=\"Editorial\" data-name=\"h2_all\" data-text=\"Bottom line\" data-outcome=\"\">Bottom line<\/h2>\n<p>There are a variety of investments that savvy investors can still tap into during market downturns. The end-all answer does not have to be simply to sell during difficult times. Rather, you can turn to low-expense ETFs positioned in defensive stocks and consumer goods whose services are essential to everyday life. These ETFs can position an investor well in the face of several simultaneous stressors on the global economy.<\/p>\n<p>More adventurous investors can also choose to invest in these sectors on their own, through individual stocks. It\u2019s important to reassess your portfolio ahead of anticipated volatility, and consider incorporating some defensive investments as needed. You can also consult with a financial advisor for additional guidance.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u2014 Former Bankrate reporter<\/em> <em>Georgina Tzanetos<\/em> <em>contributed to a version of this story.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-sm text-slate\"><em>Editorial Disclaimer: All investors are advised to conduct their own independent research into investment strategies before making an investment decision. 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