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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: GXC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 30.19% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) 87379 | Beta 1.01 | 52 Weeks Range 62.48 - 95.30 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 62.48 - 95.30 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 |
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SPDR® S&P China ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
SPDRu00ae S&P China ETF (GXC) seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&Pu00ae China BMI Index. The ETF focuses on providing broad exposure to the Chinese equity market. It is primarily allocated to the information technology, consumer discretionary, and financial sectors. The investment strategy involves replicating the index by holding a basket of securities that are similar to the index.
Reputation and Reliability
State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is a well-established and reputable ETF provider with a long track record in the market.
Management Expertise
SSGA has extensive experience in managing index-tracking ETFs and possesses significant expertise in the ETF market.
Investment Objective
Goal
The primary investment goal of GXC is to track the performance of the S&Pu00ae China BMI Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: GXC aims to replicate the S&Pu00ae China BMI Index, providing exposure to a broad range of Chinese companies.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks, reflecting the composition of the S&Pu00ae China BMI Index. Sector allocation is heavily weighted towards consumer discretionary, communication and financial services
Market Position
Market Share: GXC holds a significant market share within the China-focused ETF segment.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 529000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- iShares MSCI China ETF (MCHI)
- KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB)
- Xtrackers CSI 300 China A-Shares ETF (ASHR)
Competitive Landscape
The China-focused ETF market is competitive, with several major players offering similar exposure. GXC offers broad exposure, but MCHI has higher AUM. KWEB is focused specifically on the internet sector. Advantages of GXC are lower expense ratio vs KWEB. Disadvantages are lower AUM and trading volume compared to MCHI.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data will vary but can be obtained from financial data providers. Historical data shows correlation to the S&P China BMI Index.
Benchmark Comparison: GXC's performance should closely track the S&Pu00ae China BMI Index. Tracking error represents the difference between GXC's performance and the index's.
Expense Ratio: 0.59
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
GXC's average trading volume indicates moderate liquidity, facilitating relatively easy buying and selling of shares.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread reflects the difference between the highest price a buyer will pay and the lowest price a seller will accept; GXC usually has a moderate bid-ask spread indicating decent liquidity.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators in China, regulatory changes, and global trade tensions influence GXC's performance. The growth of the Chinese economy is a significant driver.
Growth Trajectory
The growth trajectory of GXC depends on the performance of the Chinese stock market, influenced by economic reforms and international relations. Changes to strategy and holdings are driven by changes to the underlying index.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
GXC benefits from the reputation of State Street as a reliable ETF provider. Its competitive edge lies in its broad exposure to Chinese equities and its low cost relative to some competitors like KWEB. Its large AUM provides some stability and liquidity and is easily accessible by US investors. Its main disadvantage is lower AUM than MCHI. The ETF replicates the S&P China BMI Index.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
GXC's volatility is correlated with the volatility of the Chinese stock market, which can be higher than developed markets.
Market Risk
GXC is subject to market risk associated with investments in Chinese equities, including regulatory risk, currency risk, and geopolitical risk.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor for GXC is someone seeking broad exposure to the Chinese equity market and is willing to accept the associated risks.
Market Risk
GXC is suitable for long-term investors seeking diversification in emerging markets, or active traders who want to trade based on news in China.
Summary
SPDRu00ae S&P China ETF (GXC) offers broad exposure to the Chinese equity market by tracking the S&Pu00ae China BMI Index. It is issued by State Street and provides moderate liquidity, suitable for long-term investors who seek Chinese equity exposure. However, it is also subject to market risks and volatility, but has a reasonable expense ratio. Compared to competitors, it holds a good position in the market, with strong emphasis on diverse sector exposure within the Chinese economy.
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CXSE

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EWH

iShares MSCI Hong Kong ETF


EWH

iShares MSCI Hong Kong ETF
FXI

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FXI

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KWEB

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KWEB

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MCHI

iShares MSCI China ETF


MCHI

iShares MSCI China ETF
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- State Street Global Advisors
- Bloomberg
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a financial advisor. Market conditions can change rapidly, affecting the accuracy of the data presented.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About SPDR® S&P China ETF
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The fund generally invests substantially all, but at least 80%, of its total assets in the securities comprising the index and in depositary receipts based on securities comprising the index. The index is a market capitalization weighted index designed to define and measure the investable universe of publicly traded companies domiciled in China available to foreign investors. The fund is non-diversified.
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