
The BNY Mellon US Large Cap Core Equity ETF (BKLC) offers zero fees while tracking a Solactive index similar to the S&P 500, avoiding licensing costs. Since its 2020 launch, BKLC has slightly outperformed Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF (VOO), delivering a 19.10% annualized return versus VOO's 18.88%. This shows investors can gain broad U.S. large-cap exposure without paying typical management fees, though performance differences may vary over time due to index methodology. BKLC's zero-fee structure and securities lending revenue help offset costs, making it a compelling low-cost alternative for investors.