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EPISODE · Sep 19, 2025 · 5 MIN

The Top 50 That Beat the S&P: Inside XLG’s Winning Formula

from The Infinite Income Podcast · host George Mayfield

This episode explores XLG, the Invesco S&P 500 Top 50 ETF, and how focusing on the largest 50 companies has allowed it to outperform the broader S&P 500 in recent years. We compare historical returns and risk, explain the concentration in mega-cap names, and discuss when this focused approach can reward or punish investors. Stick around for a bonus tip on hedging XLG with options, including using puts for protection or covered calls for income.

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