The semiconductor sector also recently received a leg up after Intel Corp (NasdaqGS: INTC), the largest maker of semiconductors, raised its dividends, the first time since August 2012, reports Charles Sizemoore for InvestorPlace.
INTC makes up 8.0% of SOXX’s underlying holdings.
While the tech sector is not known for yield generation, investors may still enjoy a small cash income, with SOXX showing a 1.06% 12-month yield.
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