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Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF (RSP): Complete Beginner's Guide

Last updated: March 2026Invesco US Large-Cap Equal Weight

Expense Ratio

0.20%

AUM

$60.0B

Dividend Yield

1.70%

Inception

2003

Beginner Score

9/10

What is Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF?

RSP holds all 500 stocks in the S&P 500 but gives each one an equal weight of about 0.2%, rather than weighting by market cap. This means smaller S&P 500 companies have the same influence as mega-caps like Apple or Microsoft. The equal-weight approach reduces concentration risk and provides a natural tilt toward mid-cap and value stocks within the S&P 500 universe.

RSP is managed by Invesco and has been available since 2003. With $60.0B in assets under management, it's a well-established fund with strong institutional backing. The fund charges an expense ratio of 0.20%, which means for every $10,000 you invest, you pay approximately $20 per year in management fees.

RSP at a Glance — Key Metrics

Expense Ratio0.20%
Total Holdings503
P/E Ratio20.5
Beta1.02
Dividend Yield1.70%
AUM$60.0B
Inception Year2003
IssuerInvesco

Top 10 Holdings in RSP

RSP holds 503 different securities. Here are the largest positions that make up the core of this fund:

#CompanyTickerWeight
1Vistra CorpVST0.25%
2Palantir TechnologiesPLTR0.25%
3Constellation EnergyCEG0.24%
4GE VernovaGEV0.24%
5NVIDIANVDA0.23%
6Axon EnterpriseAXON0.23%
7Howmet AerospaceHWM0.22%
8United AirlinesUAL0.22%
9Texas Pacific LandTPL0.22%
10Deckers OutdoorDECK0.21%

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RSP Performance History

Here's how RSP has performed over different time periods. Remember that past performance doesn't guarantee future results, but it gives you a sense of the fund's track record:

YTD

2.60%

1 Year

12.00%

3 Year

8.00%

5 Year

10.00%

10 Year

9.50%

Beginner Suitability Score: 9/10

Great for Beginners

Our proprietary Beginner Suitability Score evaluates ETFs based on five factors that matter most to new investors: fees, volatility, diversification, dividend history, and track record length.

RSP scores 9/10 because it has very low fees, can be more volatile than the broader market, offers broad diversification across 503 holdings, and has been available since 2003, giving it a proven track record.

How to Buy RSP — Step by Step

  1. Open a brokerage account — We recommend Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Vanguard for ETF investing. All offer $0 commissions on ETF trades.
  2. Fund your account — Transfer money from your bank. You can start with as little as $1 if your broker offers fractional shares.
  3. Search for "RSP" — Use the search bar in your brokerage platform to find Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF.
  4. Place your order — Choose "Market Order" for simplicity or "Limit Order" if you want to set a specific price. Enter how many shares (or dollar amount) you want to buy.
  5. Set up automatic investing — Most brokers let you schedule recurring purchases (e.g., $100/month on the 1st). This is dollar cost averaging in action.

Dollar Cost Averaging Into RSP

Here's what consistent monthly investing could look like over time, assuming an average annual return of 8% (approximate historical stock market average):

Monthly10 Years20 Years30 Years
$100/mo$18,417$59,295$150,030
$250/mo$46,041$148,237$375,074
$500/mo$92,083$296,474$750,148

*Projections assume 8% average annual return with monthly compounding. Actual returns will vary. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.

Fee impact: With RSP's expense ratio of 0.20%, a $10,000 investment would lose approximately $1,696 to fees over 20 years compared to a zero-fee investment. This is significant — consider whether the fund's strategy justifies these costs.

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Pros and Cons of RSP

Pros

  • Eliminates mega-cap concentration risk by giving every S&P 500 stock equal influence
  • Natural tilt toward mid-cap and value factors within the S&P 500 universe
  • Quarterly rebalancing systematically sells winners and buys laggards for a contrarian effect
  • Outperforms cap-weighted S&P 500 during periods of broad market participation

Cons

  • Higher expense ratio of 0.20% compared to standard S&P 500 index funds
  • Quarterly rebalancing generates more turnover and potential tax events in taxable accounts
  • Underperforms when mega-cap stocks lead the market, as in recent tech-driven rallies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is RSP a good ETF for beginners?

RSP has a Beginner Suitability Score of 9/10 on our scale. This makes it a strong choice for new investors due to its low fees and broad diversification.

What is the expense ratio of RSP?

RSP has an expense ratio of 0.20%. This means for every $10,000 you invest, you pay approximately $20 per year in fees. This is considered very low and cost-efficient.

How much money do I need to invest in RSP?

You can invest in RSP with as little as $1 through brokers that offer fractional shares (like Fidelity, Schwab, or Robinhood). There is no minimum investment required beyond the share price itself, which changes daily. Dollar cost averaging — investing a fixed amount regularly — is a popular strategy.

Does RSP pay dividends?

Yes, RSP pays dividends with a current yield of approximately 1.70%. Dividends are typically paid quarterly and can be reinvested automatically through most brokers.

What are the top holdings in RSP?

The top holdings in RSP include Vistra Corp (0.25%), Palantir Technologies (0.25%), Constellation Energy (0.24%), and more. The fund holds 503 total positions, providing broad diversification across many companies.