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<Market Cap ETF Lazy Bag> Who is suitable for investing? See common Taiwanese and U.S. stock targets once!

Whether you are a veteran who has been in the stock market for many years, or a rookie investor who has just opened a securities account, you should be familiar with ETFs! But how well do you know about market capitalization ETFs? It's like selecting the top few players with the most gold medals from an entire village of players. Market-cap ETFs combine the top few companies in the market by market value. Let's take a look together! If you are interested in ETFs, you may also want to know more about them.

 Whether you are a veteran who has been in the stock market for many years, or a rookie investor who has just opened a securities account, you should be familiar with ETFs!But how well do you know about market capitalization ETFs?It's like selecting the top few players with the most gold medals from an entire village of players. Market-cap ETFs combine the top few companies in the market by market value. Let's take a look together!If you are interested in ETFs, you may also want to know more about the differences between ETFs and funds, not to mention the hot topic AI craze!

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What is a market capitalization ETF?

Market Cap ETF (Exchange Traded Fund) is an investment tool that tracks major indexes in the market. It distributes the risk of concentrated investment by holding multiple constituent stocks at the same time.The stock selection logic of capital-value ETFs is based on the market value of individual stocks. That is to say, the larger the market value, the more likely the company is to become a constituent stock.In addition, because market capital-value ETFs use a market capital-value weighting method to calculate weights, the greater the market value of individual stocks, the higher the weight they receive. Therefore, the trend of such ETFs will basically be highly correlated with the market index!Therefore, capital-cap ETFs are often called "large-cap ETFs","index ETFs" or "large-cap ETFs".

Simply put, a capital-cap ETF is like picking out the companies with the highest market capitalisation from the entire market and combining them into a big gift package. Investors only need to move their fingers to buy the elites in the stock market!Also because the concept of market capitalization ETFs is simple and easy to understand, it has been one of the most popular investment tools in recent years.

What are Taiwan stock market value ETFs?

The most well-known Taiwan stock market value ETFs include Yuanda Taiwan 50 (0050) and Fubon Taiwan 50 (006208). Their constituent stocks all include the top 50 companies in the Taiwan stock market value, such as TSMC (2330), Hon Hai (2317), MediaTek (2454), Delta (2308), Quanta (2382), Fubon Gold (2881), Cathay Gold (2882), etc., with a total market value accounting for about 70% of the overall stock market.

The following is a list of popular market cap ETFs in Taiwan for your reference if you are interested in becoming an investor!

Market capitalization ETF name stock code 2024 Market Price Annual Return (Including Interest)
Yuanda Taiwan 50 0050 48.64%
Fubangtai 50 006208 50.11%
Fubang Motai 0057 44.25%
Yuanda MSCI Taiwan 006203 44.36%
Fubon Corporate Governance 00692 41.40%
Fubang Technology 0052 56.65%
Cathay Pacific Taiwan Leaders 50 00922 37.67%
Yuanda Taiwan ESG Sustainable 00850 37.06%

What are the U.S. stock market capitalization ETFs?

The recent trend of U.S. stock investment has grown sharply. Whether it is high-tech industry R & D AI artificial intelligence technology, ChatGPT, electric vehicles, etc., many investors have turned their attention to the U.S. stock market.Don't worry about not keeping up with the investment boom. Here are some hot U.S. stocks to get to know the leaders in the investment market!

ETF code SPY VOO IVV SPLG
Market capitalization ETF name SPDR S & P 500 Index ETF Vanguard S & P 500 Index ETF iShares Core S & P 500 ETF SPDR Portfolio S & P 500 ETF
tracking index S&P 500 Index
Average annual rate of return 24.89% 24.98% 24.93% 25.00%
Asset size (100 million) 4292.89 8518 3412.69 224.37

Who is suitable for investing in market capitalization ETFs?

Buying a market capital-value ETF is equivalent to buying a basket of stocks at a time. Compared with investing in a single stock, an ETF has less volatility and lower risk. It is especially suitable for investors who do not want to stare frequently, plan long-term investments, and pursue stable returns.InvalidParameterValue

Since such ETFs mainly reflect the overall trend of the market, investors are usually optimistic about the long-term growth of the market. Earning price spreads through long-term purchases is the main source of profit for such investments, rather than interest distribution.All in all, market capitalization ETFs are suitable for stable investors who hope to participate in market growth and obtain stable returns through long-term holding.

Considerations for investing in market capitalization ETFs

After reading the above introduction, I wonder if you have a better understanding of market capitalization ETFs?Although market capital-value ETFs have been selected into several major companies that have performed well in the market, they are also very suitable for long-term investment.But before actually investing money, there are still several points to pay attention to:

  • Market fluctuations pose risks

Although market capitalization ETFs can spread the risk of a single stock, they will still be affected by overall market fluctuations.Therefore, investors should have a long-term holding mentality and avoid excessive worries due to short-term fluctuations.

  • Weight impact of market capitalization ETFs

Since market capitalization ETFs adopt a market capitalization weighting method, the larger the market value, the higher the proportion of individual stocks.For example, among Taiwan's stock-valued ETFs (such as 0050), TSMC often accounts for more than 40%, which makes the rise and fall of the ETF highly correlated with TSMC's performance. Investors need to assess whether they can bear the risks involved.

  • Dividend and tax issues (U.S. stocks vs. Taiwan stocks)

When investing in market capitalization ETFs, dividends and tax differences also need to be considered.The interest distribution of Taiwanese stock ETFs usually does not require additional tax, while U.S. stock ETFs (such as VOO and SPY) are subject to a 30% withholding tax, which affects the actual income of investors.In addition, some U.S. stock ETFs may not pay dividends but reinvest their earnings. Investors need to choose the appropriate ETF type based on their own needs.

Overall, market capitalization ETFs are a stable investment tool, but investors still need to consider market risks, industry concentration, expense costs and tax impacts, and make the most suitable decisions based on their own financial planning and risk tolerance., is the smartest investment!

What is the difference between market capitalization ETFs and high-dividend ETFs?


Capital-cap ETFs mainly select stocks based on the company's market value and track the market index. The goal is to reflect the overall performance of the market.High-dividend ETFs select stocks based on dividend payment stability and yield rates, making them more suitable for investors who want to receive dividends.

Are market capitalization ETFs really sure to make profits without losing?

Capital-cap ETFs will still be affected by market fluctuations. When the market falls, ETF prices may also fall. Investment still requires long-term planning.

Is the 0050 market capitalization ETF?

Yes, 0050 (Yuanda Taiwan 50) is a typical capital-value ETF, with its constituent stocks among the top 50 companies by value on the Taiwan stock market.

Which is better, 0050 or 006208?



0050 (Yuanda Taiwan 50) is large in scale, high in volume and good in liquidity, and tracks the Taiwan 50 Index.The constituent stocks of 006208 (Fubang Tai 50) are the same as 0050, but the expense ratio is lower and suitable for long-term holding.There is little difference between the two, and their long-term performance is similar. The choice depends on transaction volume, expense rate or personal habits.

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Contents
What is a market capitalization ETF?
What are Taiwan stock market value ETFs?
What are the U.S. stock market capitalization ETFs?
Who is suitable for investing in market capitalization ETFs?
Considerations for investing in market capitalization ETFs