ICF vs. HAUZ: ICF Beats on Returns, but HAUZ Dominates on Fees and Yield

ICF (iShares Select U.S. REIT ETF) delivered 8.4% returns over the past year with a concentrated portfolio of 30 large-cap U.S. REITs, while HAUZ (Xtrackers International Real Estate ETF) experienced a 6.9% loss but offers lower fees (0.1% vs 0.32%) and higher dividend yield (3.8% vs 2.6%). The choice depends on investor priorities: ICF suits those seeking U.S. real estate exposure and recent performance, while HAUZ appeals to income-focused investors seeking international diversification.