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Would XLV survive 2008?

Health Care Select Sector Spdr Fund

It doesn't have to be a hypothetical — XLV was there. Here's exactly what happened to it through the global financial crisis and the recovery that followed.

Grew, with real bumps

XLV fell 35% from its 2007-11 peak to its 2009-02 trough — $10,000 at the peak dipped to about $6,450 — and took 41 months from peak to full recovery (dividends reinvested).

Real 2007-01 – 2013-12 data. Past performance doesn't predict future results.

Growth of $10,000 in XLV · 2007-012013-12 · dividends reinvested

Worst drawdown
-35.50%
Peak → trough
2007-11 → 2009-02
Months underwater
41
Total return 2007-01–2013-12
88.27%

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This tool is for educational and informational purposes only and does not provide financial, investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Results are hypothetical and based on historical data and assumptions that may be inaccurate. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult a licensed professional before making investment decisions.

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