What is the best ETF for the Dow Jones?

The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust is the only ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Other ETFs use the Dow but do not hold all 30 Dow stocks in the same weightings as the DJIA index.

Does DJIA have an ETF?

There is only one ETF that seeks to replicate the DJIA exactly: the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust, which trades under the ticker DIA.

DIA is a low-cost ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. It's a good fund for investors wanting exposure to 30 blue chip stocks without having to buy them individually.

Does the Dow Jones have an index fund?

There is an index fund that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The fund name is SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust, and its ticker is DIA.

Should a Dow Jones ETF be a part of your portfolio?

A Dow Jones ETF could be worth having in your portfolio if you're looking for more exposure to U.S. large-cap stocks. If you already own these types of stocks, or if you invest in index funds with diverse holdings of domestic companies, then a Dow Jones ETF probably isn't a good fit.

Should I invest in a Dow Jones ETF or individual stocks?

Investing in individual stocks gives you more control over your portfolio and could result in better returns. However, it also requires more time and is a greater risk. A Dow Jones ETF is better if you prefer to take a hands-off approach with your portfolio.

What are the costs associated with a Dow Jones ETF?

The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust, the only ETF that tracks the Dow Jones, has an expense ratio of 0.16%.

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Key Points

SPDR Dow Jones ETF holds 30 Dow stocks, mimicking the index with a 0.16% expense ratio.
Dow ETF has averaged 9.04% growth since 1998, slightly trailing the Dow's 9.19%.
Consider Dow ETF for exposure to large-cap U.S. stocks; check if it overlaps with your portfolio.

The Dow Jones ETF aims to replicate the performance of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, also known as DJIA or the Dow. The Dow includes 30 leading U.S. companies and is considered a primary benchmark of U.S. financial markets.

Currently, the only ETF option is the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA +0.33%). Let's explore the key characteristics of this ETF so you can decide if it's right for you.

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SPDR Dow Jones Industrial ETF Trust

NYSEMKT: DIA

SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust

Today's Change

(0.33%) $1.64

Current Price

$497.01

Key Data Points

Day's Range

$493.60 - $497.64

52wk Range

$413.83 - $505.30

Volume

5.3M

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Here are the fund's key facts (data is as of March 12, 2026):

Average annual fund growth since inception (1998): 9.04%
Average annual growth of the Dow since fund inception: 9.19%
Gross expense ratio: 0.16%
Number of holdings: 30
Weighting methodology: Price-weighted
Issuer: State Street Global Advisors Trust Company

Although other exchange-traded funds (ETFs) use the Dow in some form, this SPDR ETF is the only pure Dow tracker. The ETF holds all 30 Dow stocks in the same proportion as the index. When the Dow rises, the fund should follow, with only a slight lag related to fund expenses.

You can see this in the performance numbers. Since 1998, the fund has slightly underperformed the index. This difference is called "tracking error." In well-managed funds, the largest component of tracking error should be the fund's expense ratio.

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Dow Jones Industrial Average. — Image source: Getty Images.

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Dow vs. S&P 500

The Dow is often quoted alongside the S&P 500, another large-cap index that is also investable via ETFs. The main difference between these indexes is that the Dow is more concentrated than the S&P 500 and weights its holdings differently.

Concentration. The Dow Jones includes 30 sector-diversified stocks. The S&P 500 is also sector-diversified, but it includes 500 companies, so each stock has less influence over the cumulative performance.
Weighting. The Dow sizes each position by the stock's relative share price. A stock with a $200 share price is held in larger proportions than a stock with a $100 share price. The S&P 500 weights constituents by market capitalization, which is the total value of a company's outstanding shares.

Another factor to consider is the cost of investing in each index. The SPDR Dow fund has an expense ratio of 0.16%, but there are S&P 500 ETFs with expense ratios less than 0.10%. A lower expense ratio allows more of the underlying investment returns to flow through to your bottom line.

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Table of holdings

Here are the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust's holdings as of March 12, 2026:

Ticker Information Table
Name and ticker	Current price	Market cap	Industry
Goldman Sachs Group (NYSE:GS)	$946.36	$279.8 billion	Capital Markets
Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT)	$863.95	$409.2 billion	Machinery
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT)	$423.43	$3.1 trillion	Software
Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN)	$324.37	$176.1 billion	Biotechnology
Home Depot (NYSE:HD)	$299.81	$296.3 billion	Specialty Retail
McDonald's (NYSE:MCD)	$282.47	$196.4 billion	Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure
Sherwin-Williams (NYSE:SHW)	$302.78	$74.0 billion	Chemicals
Visa (NYSE:V)	$333.14	$613.8 billion	Diversified Financial Services
American Express (NYSE:AXP)	$312.44	$213.9 billion	Consumer Finance
Travelers Companies (NYSE:TRV)	$305.99	$63.7 billion	Insurance
JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM)	$300.96	$798.0 billion	Banks
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH)	$390.50	$357.7 billion	Healthcare Providers and Services
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL)	$297.69	$4.4 trillion	Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals
International Business Machines (NYSE:IBM)	$222.88	$206.1 billion	IT Services
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ)	$228.82	$545.7 billion	Pharmaceuticals
Honeywell International (NASDAQ:HON)	$217.23	$135.1 billion	Industrial Conglomerates
Boeing (NYSE:BA)	$220.61	$173.8 billion	Aerospace and Defense
Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN)	$264.70	$2.8 trillion	Multiline Retail
Salesforce (NYSE:CRM)	$179.48	$141.9 billion	Software
Chevron (NYSE:CVX)	$196.12	$380.6 billion	Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA)	$222.21	$5.5 trillion	Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment
3M (NYSE:MMM)	$152.53	$76.3 billion	Industrial Conglomerates
Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG)	$142.39	$329.7 billion	Household Products
Walmart (NASDAQ:WMT)	$133.34	$1.0 trillion	Food and Staples Retailing
Merck (NYSE:MRK)	$112.67	$275.1 billion	Pharmaceuticals
Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS)	$103.91	$178.4 billion	Entertainment
Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO)	$118.82	$466.9 billion	Communications Equipment
Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO)	$81.20	$347.7 billion	Beverages
Nike (NYSE:NKE)	$42.57	$62.0 billion	Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods
Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ)	$46.88	$193.6 billion	Diversified Telecommunication Services

Data as of May 18, 2026. Showing 30 of 30 tickers.

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Is investing in this Dow Jones ETF right for you?

The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average Trust may be a good choice if you're looking for an ETF with domestic large-cap stocks. The fund's holdings could balance a portfolio that already includes mid-caps and small-caps, as well as an allocation to foreign companies.

Here are the benefits of the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average Trust:

Invests in blue chip stocks. The Dow Jones tracks established companies with long track records of success, which reduces risk.
Provides some diversification. Even though it doesn't have hundreds of stocks, this ETF invests in companies across a range of market sectors.
Pays dividends. While there are plenty of ETFs better for dividend investing, the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average Trust has a reasonable dividend yield.

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However, this Dow Jones ETF also has a few notable drawbacks:

Only invests in 30 companies. This might not be the right ETF if you want a highly diversified fund for your portfolio or one that tracks the U.S. stock market.
Uses a price-weighted methodology. Share prices don't necessarily indicate which stocks deserve a greater allocation.
Chooses companies by committee. A committee decides which companies to add to or remove from the Dow. There are some selection criteria, but it's not as clear-cut as for companies in the S&P 500.

What to consider before investing in a Dow Jones ETF

Before investing in a Dow Jones ETF, consider whether it works well with your:

Portfolio composition: You may want to invest if your portfolio is short on blue chip U.S. stocks. If you already invest in several of its holdings, or if you hold an S&P 500 index fund, then a Dow Jones ETF is likely redundant.
Financial goals: A Dow Jones ETF makes sense if you want your portfolio to largely follow the market's overall performance. You're better off building your own portfolio if you're looking for market-beating returns.
Risk tolerance: Since the Dow Jones Industrial Average tracks only 30 stocks, it's somewhat riskier than a more diversified ETF.

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FAQ

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About the Author

Lyle Daly is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst covering information technology and cryptocurrency. Lyle has been a contributor at the financial services company since 2018. His work has been featured on USA Today, Yahoo Finance, MSN, Fox Business, and Nasdaq. Before joining The Motley Fool, he wrote for financial brands including Intuit.

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The Best (and Only) Dow Jones ETF to Consider in 2026

Key Points

SPDR Dow Jones Industrial ETF Trust

NYSEMKT: DIA

Key Data Points

Dow vs. S&P 500

Table of holdings

Is investing in this Dow Jones ETF right for you?

What to consider before investing in a Dow Jones ETF

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FAQ

Dow Jones ETF FAQ

What is the best ETF for the Dow Jones?

What is the best ETF for the Dow Jones?

Does DJIA have an ETF?

Does DJIA have an ETF?

Is DIA a good ETF?

Is DIA a good ETF?

Does the Dow Jones have an index fund?

Does the Dow Jones have an index fund?

Should a Dow Jones ETF be a part of your portfolio?

Should a Dow Jones ETF be a part of your portfolio?

Should I invest in a Dow Jones ETF or individual stocks?

Should I invest in a Dow Jones ETF or individual stocks?

What are the costs associated with a Dow Jones ETF?

What are the costs associated with a Dow Jones ETF?

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NYSEMKT: DIA

Key Data Points

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Dow Jones ETF FAQ

What is the best ETF for the Dow Jones?

What is the best ETF for the Dow Jones?

Does DJIA have an ETF?

Does DJIA have an ETF?

Is DIA a good ETF?

Is DIA a good ETF?

Does the Dow Jones have an index fund?

Does the Dow Jones have an index fund?

Should a Dow Jones ETF be a part of your portfolio?

Should a Dow Jones ETF be a part of your portfolio?

Should I invest in a Dow Jones ETF or individual stocks?

Should I invest in a Dow Jones ETF or individual stocks?

What are the costs associated with a Dow Jones ETF?

What are the costs associated with a Dow Jones ETF?