Core Insights - AI ETFs have significantly outperformed the S&P 500 over the past five years, providing investors with diversified exposure to various sectors including semiconductor, energy, and robotics [1] Group 1: VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) - The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) includes leading semiconductor companies such as Nvidia, Taiwan Semiconductor, and Broadcom, which are addressing the increasing demand for AI chips [3] - SMH has an annualized return of 30.3% over the past decade, with its top 10 holdings accounting for over 75% of total assets [5] - The fund has a 0.35% expense ratio and a current price of $352.85, with a day's change of +0.16% [4] Group 2: CoinShares Bitcoin Mining ETF (WGMI) - The CoinShares Bitcoin Mining ETF (WGMI) focuses on crypto mining stocks that have transitioned to AI infrastructure, with its top 10 holdings making up over 80% of total assets [6] - The fund has less than $300 million in net assets and a higher expense ratio of 0.75%, but has more than doubled in value this year [8] - Key holdings include IREN and Cipher Mining, which together constitute 40% of the fund's total assets [8] Group 3: Roundhill Generative AI & Technology ETF (CHAT) - The Roundhill Generative AI & Technology ETF (CHAT) is actively managed and specializes in generative AI, achieving over 50% gains in the past year [9] - Its top 10 holdings represent 43% of total assets, with major tech companies like Alphabet and Nvidia among the top positions [10] - The fund has a 0.75% expense ratio and a current price of $60.34, with a day's change of +0.33% [10] Group 4: iShares AI Innovation and Tech Active ETF (BAI) - The iShares AI Innovation and Tech Active ETF (BAI) has delivered a 31% return over the past year, with more than half of its capital allocated to the top 10 holdings [12] - Major positions include Broadcom, Nvidia, and Microsoft, with over 80% of the fund's assets in large-cap stocks [13] - The fund has a 0.55% expense ratio, making it a stable option for investors looking to capitalize on AI without high volatility [13] Group 5: ROBO Global Artificial Intelligence ETF (THNQ) - The ROBO Global Artificial Intelligence ETF (THNQ) focuses on new market opportunities arising from AI development, gaining approximately 30% over the past year [15] - The fund is more diversified, with only 28% of its capital in the top 10 positions and one-third of its assets in mid-cap stocks [16] - THNQ has a 0.68% expense ratio and includes unique holdings alongside major tech names [15]
Diversify Your Portfolio: These 5 AI ETFs Could Surge 200% by 2030
The Motley Fool·2025-12-01 22:34