VanEck Uranium ETF posts a $3.17 1-year return vs Vanguard Energy ETF’s $114.93, trading higher risk for nuclear sector exposure.
The VanEck Uranium and Nuclear ETF (NLR) and Vanguard Energy ETF (VDE) offer divergent energy sector plays, with NLR focusing on uranium and nuclear power, while VDE tracks oil and gas. NLR’s 1-year return stands at $3.17, compared to VDE’s $114.93, reflecting differing market dynamics and volatility.
NLR holds 29 companies, with top positions in Cameco Corp (8.2%), Constellation Energy (NASDAQ:CEG, 8.1%), and BWX Technologies (6.4%). VDE, meanwhile, provides broad exposure to the fossil fuel sector. NLR’s expense ratio is 0.52%, significantly higher than VDE’s 0.09%, though both yield 2.7% in dividends.
Beta metrics show NLR’s higher volatility relative to the S&P 500, contrasting with VDE’s more stable performance. The funds cater to distinct investor risk appetites within the energy space.