SMH Return Calculator
How much would you have today if you'd put money into SMH? Pick an amount and any two dates to see the result, based on real historical prices.
About SMH
The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) holds the largest US-listed semiconductor companies. It launched in 2011, so you can look at returns across anything from a few weeks to its full history.
How to use it
- Enter an amount: e.g., $10,000
- Pick a start date: when you would've bought SMH
- Pick an end date: when you'd sell, or leave it as today
- Hit "Calculate": see shares bought, final value, gain or loss, and return %
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Frequently asked questions
Is this SMH calculator based on real price data? +
Yes. It uses historical SMH closing prices, adjusted for share splits, for the dates you pick. If a date falls on a weekend or holiday, the nearest trading day's price is used.
Does it include dividends? +
No. Results show price change only. SMH's distributions would add to these numbers if they were reinvested.
How far back can I calculate SMH returns? +
SMH launched in 2011, so you can pick any start date from then on.
Are past returns a prediction? +
No. This tool shows historical performance for educational purposes only. It isn't financial advice.
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