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Tidal ETF Trust - Intelligent Real Estate ETF(REAI)
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for REAI
10/30/2026: REAI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
REAI is an actively managed ETF that provides targeted exposure to the US real estate sector through a quantitative, rules-based strategy focused on valuation, quality, and momentum. Its primary strength lies in its attempt to systematically outperform passive, market-cap-weighted REIT ETFs, making it an alternative for investors who seek active management. However, investors must weigh this against higher expense ratios, lower daily liquidity, and the inherent interest-rate sensitivity of the REIT sector. It is best suited for long-term investors looking for a data-driven approach to real estate who are comfortable with sector-specific volatility and potential tracking error against traditional indices.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The fund focuses on real estate, which is traditionally a value or income-oriented sector rather than a high-growth technology play. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The fund incorporates momentum factors, making it suitable for those who believe in following price and factor trends within the REIT market. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The quantitative strategy explicitly considers valuation metrics to identify attractively priced real estate assets. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | REITs are naturally income-generating assets, making this a solid choice for investors seeking regular distributions. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Real estate as an asset class carries significant interest rate and sector-specific risks, which may exceed low-risk comfort levels. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a sophisticated individual looking for exposure to real estate who believes that a quantitative, active approach can outperform market-cap-weighted indices.
Suitability
REAI is best suited for long-term investors willing to accept higher fees and lower liquidity in exchange for a specialized, factor-driven approach to the real estate market.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | Real estate prices can fluctuate significantly based on economic cycles and interest rate changes. |
| Market risk | High | The entire REIT sector can move downward during macroeconomic downturns or periods of credit tightening. |
| Concentration | Medium | While diversified across property types, the fund is strictly focused on the real estate sector. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | Active management entails higher fees and the risk of underperforming the benchmark. |
| Liquidity | Medium / high | Lower trading volumes for the ETF itself can lead to wider transaction costs for investors. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The fund's performance depends on the underlying strength and management quality of the REITs held. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
REAI experiences volatility consistent with the REIT sector, amplified by its active, factor-based strategy which may cause tracking error relative to broad market indices.
Market Risk
The primary risk is interest rate sensitivity, as REITs are bond-proxies whose values are inversely related to bond yields, compounded by economic sensitivity to property demand.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Residential and Apartment REITs | 30 | Provides exposure to rental housing demand and residential property market cycles. |
| Sector | Industrial and Logistics REITs | 25 | Captures growth in e-commerce and supply chain storage infrastructure needs. |
| Sector | Data Center and Infrastructure REITs | 20 | Offers exposure to the digital economy and critical cloud infrastructure. |
| Sector | Retail and Diversified REITs | 20 | Provides stable cash flows through commercial and retail real estate leasing. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Equivalents | 5 | Maintains liquidity for operational needs and tactical rebalancing. |
Price Behavior
Flat / Range-Bound
The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -3.64% | Avg. Invested days 48 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/30/2026 |
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