XLK and XLE ETF Strategy Yields Positive Returns Since 2020

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Billionaire investor John Arnold highlighted his investment approach via a recent tweet, showcasing the performance of the Select Sector SPDR ETFs, XLK and XLE, from 2020 to 2026 YTD. The 50/50 split of these ETFs recorded year-over-year positive returns in six out of seven years, notably outperforming the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) in four of those years. For 2022, the 50/50 split maintained a positive return while the SPY reported a -19.5% decline. As of 2026 YTD, the 50/50 split showed a -8% performance compared to SPY's -7%.