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Utilities ETFs
Invest in utilities ETFs at low fees. Gain exposure to companies providing essential services such as electricity, gas and water through a single diversified investment, and potentially benefit from the stability of this defensive sector.
Invest in utilities ETFs with DEGIRO
Are you interested in investing in utilities or looking to diversify your portfolio with ETFs in a defensive sector? Utilities ETFs offer an efficient way to gain exposure to companies operating in essential infrastructure services, such as electricity generation, gas distribution and water supply.
On our platform, you can access a wide selection of utilities ETFs that track the performance of global or regional indices. These include both US-focused products and global utilities sector ETFs.
Not all utilities ETFs are the same. They can differ in fund size, expense ratio, geographical allocation and underlying holdings. Some focus on large, regulated utility companies, while others may include renewable energy providers or a mix of developed and emerging markets.
Here are the most traded Utilities ETFs by our clients:
| ETF name | ISIN |
|---|---|
| iShares S&P 500 Utilities Sector UCITS ETF (Dist) | IE00B4KBBD01 |
| Xtrackers MSCI World Utilities UCITS ETF (Acc) | IE00BM67HQ30 |
| iShares STOXX Europe 600 Utilities UCITS ETF (Dist) | DE000A0Q4R02 |
| SPDR S&P U.S. Utilities Select Sector UCITS ETF (Dist) | IE00BWBXMB69 |
| SPDR MSCI Europe Utilities UCITS ETF (Acc) | IE00BKWQ0P07 |
Based on total number of trades on the DEGIRO platform from 01.01.25-31.12.25. Only ETFs with more than 100 transactions are considered. The information on this page is intended for informational purposes only and does not provide any recommendations or financial advice. Some ETFs may (temporarily) not be available on our platform due to regulatory reasons.
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Selected ETFs
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*Currency, connectivity or external product & spread costs may apply. Find out more on our fees page. The ETF Core Selection is subject to change.
Check out the most traded ETFs
These are the most traded ETFs in 2025 included in our Core Selection based on the total number of trades on our Irish platform.
VANGUARD S&P 500 ETF
IE00B3XXRP09
VANGUARD FTSE ALL-WLD UCI
IE00BK5BQT80
ISHARES CORE MSCI WORLD E
IE00B4L5Y983
VANGUARD S&P 500 ETF
IE00BFMXXD54
What is an ETF?
ETFs, also known as trackers, are funds that follow the performance of an index, commodity, bond or composition of products. Unlike some other funds, ETFs are bought and sold on a stock exchange. Would you like to learn more about ETFs? Read our ETF article for all you need to know.
Utilities sector
The utilities sector includes companies that provide essential services such as electricity, natural gas and water. These services are fundamental to daily life, which means demand tends to remain stable regardless of economic conditions. For this reason, this sector is often considered non-cyclical and defensive.
Utilities companies typically operate within regulated markets, with predictable revenues and relatively stable cash flows. Many are large, established firms with strong infrastructure assets and long-term contracts. This stability often translates into lower volatility compared to more cyclical sectors like technology or industrials.
The performance of utilities ETFs can be influenced by interest rates, regulatory changes and energy transition trends, including the shift toward renewable energy. During periods of market uncertainty, investors may turn to utilities as a more stable investment option within a diversified portfolio.
Why invest in utilities ETFs?
Utilities ETFs provide a way to gain exposure to a broad range of essential service providers without having to select individual utility stocks. By investing in a diversified basket of companies, you can reduce single-stock risk while potentially benefiting from the overall stability of the sector.
One of the main reasons you can consider investing in utilities ETFs is their defensive nature. Since utilities provide essential services such as electricity and water, demand tends to remain consistent even during economic downturns. This makes utilities ETFs particularly relevant for investors seeking stability during periods of market volatility. In addition, many utilities companies generate predictable cash flows and often distribute dividends.
Utilities ETFs can also play a role in long-term trends such as the energy transition. Some funds include companies involved in renewable energy infrastructure, offering exposure to structural growth themes within a traditionally defensive sector.
However, there are risks to consider. Utilities ETFs are sensitive to interest rate changes, as rising rates can make dividend-paying sectors less attractive. Regulatory decisions and infrastructure costs can also impact company performance.
Utilities FAQs
Utilities ETFs are exchange-traded funds that tracks the performance of companies providing essential services such as electricity, gas and water. It allows you to gain exposure to the utilities sector through a single investment.
Utilities ETFs typically include electric utility companies, gas distributors and water providers. Some funds may also include renewable energy companies involved in solar, wind or other clean energy infrastructure.
Yes, utilities ETFs are generally considered defensive investments. Because they provide essential services, demand tends to remain stable even during economic downturns, which can result in lower volatility compared to cyclical sectors.
Utilities ETFs focus on companies that deliver essential services like electricity and water, often operating in regulated markets. Energy ETFs, on the other hand, invest in companies involved in the production and distribution of energy sources such as oil and gas, which tend to be more cyclical and sensitive to commodity prices.
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