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MAX S P 500 4X Leveraged ETN (SPYU)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: SPYU (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -26.11% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) 1095117 | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 25.54 - 55.39 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 25.54 - 55.39 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
MAX S P 500 4X Leveraged ETN
ETF Overview
Overview
The MAX S&P 500 4X Leveraged ETN (XXXX) is an exchange-traded note designed to provide four times the daily leveraged exposure to the S&P 500 Index. It offers amplified returns, both positive and negative, relative to the index's daily performance.
Reputation and Reliability
The issuer's reputation should be researched independently. Generally, ETNs carry the credit risk of the issuing bank.
Management Expertise
The ETN's return is formula-based, tied to the index, and not actively managed in the traditional sense.
Investment Objective
Goal
To seek leveraged daily investment results, before fees and expenses, which correspond to four times (4x) the daily performance of the S&P 500 Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Tracks the S&P 500 Index with 4x daily leverage.
Composition The ETN doesn't hold stocks directly; it's a debt instrument whose return is linked to the index.
Market Position
Market Share: Market share data is not available.
Total Net Assets (AUM): AUM data is not available.
Competitors
Key Competitors
- SPXL
- UPRO
- FAS
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape includes other leveraged ETFs and ETNs that track the S&P 500 or similar indices. XXXX provides 4x leverage, which is higher than some competitors. This can lead to higher potential returns, but also higher risk of loss. Due to the ETN structure, XXXX faces credit risk from the issuer.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance should be researched independently.
Benchmark Comparison: Performance should be compared to 4x the daily performance of the S&P 500 Index.
Expense Ratio: Expense ratio data is not available.
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
Average trading volume should be researched independently to assess liquidity.
Bid-Ask Spread
Bid-ask spread should be researched independently to understand trading costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators, market volatility, and interest rate movements significantly impact XXXX. Increased market volatility can amplify both gains and losses.
Growth Trajectory
The growth trajectory is dependent on the S&P 500's performance. Due to daily resetting of leverage, long-term growth may not directly correlate with the S&P 500's cumulative return.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
XXXX's primary competitive advantage is its 4x leverage, offering potentially higher returns than competitors with lower leverage. However, this comes with increased risk and potential for significant losses. The ETN structure exposes investors to the issuer's credit risk, which can be a disadvantage. XXXX is best suited for sophisticated investors who understand the complexities of leveraged products and are comfortable with substantial risk.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
XXXX exhibits extremely high volatility due to its leveraged nature. It is far more volatile than the S&P 500 index.
Market Risk
The primary market risk is the performance of the S&P 500. Declines in the index will be amplified, potentially leading to significant losses. Additionally, leveraged ETFs and ETNs suffer from volatility decay, especially in choppy markets.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
XXXX is suitable for sophisticated investors with a high risk tolerance who understand the complexities of leveraged products and seek short-term, high-risk exposure to the S&P 500.
Market Risk
XXXX is not suitable for long-term investors. It is designed for active traders who seek short-term gains and are willing to accept significant risk.
Summary
XXXX is a leveraged ETN designed to provide four times the daily return of the S&P 500. It offers the potential for high returns, but also carries significant risk, including volatility decay and issuer credit risk. This ETN is designed for short-term tactical trading and is not suitable for long-term investment. Only sophisticated investors with a high-risk tolerance who fully understand the risks of leveraged products should consider investing in it.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Issuer's website
- Financial news websites
- ETF databases
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Data is based on publicly available information and may not be entirely accurate or up-to-date.
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 MAX S P 500 4X Leveraged ETN
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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The notes are intended to be daily trading tools for sophisticated investors to manage daily trading risks as part of an overall diversified portfolio. They are designed to achieve their stated investment objectives on a daily basis. The notes are designed to reflect a 4x leveraged long exposure to the performance of the index on a daily basis (as described below), before taking into account the negative effect of the Daily Investor Fee, the Daily Financing Charge and the Redemption Fee Amount, if applicable.
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