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Global X S&P 500® Collar 95-110 ETF (XCLR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/19/2024: XCLR (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type: ETF | Upturn Star Rating | Today’s Advisory: WEAK BUY |
Historic Profit: 21.48% | Upturn Advisory Performance  3 | Avg. Invested days: 57 |
| Profits based on simulation | ETF Returns Performance  4 | Last Close 12/19/2024 |
Type: ETF | Today’s Advisory: WEAK BUY |
Historic Profit: 21.48% | Avg. Invested days: 57 |
Upturn Star Rating | ETF Returns Performance 4 |
| Profits based on simulation Last Close 12/19/2024 | Upturn Advisory Performance 3 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) 756 | Beta 0.61 |
52 Weeks Range 26.68 - 33.84 | Updated Date 12/21/2024 |
52 Weeks Range 26.68 - 33.84 | Updated Date 12/21/2024 |
AI Summarization
ETF Overview: Global X S&P 500® Collar 95-110 ETF (COLR)
Profile:
Target Sector: US Equities, specifically the S&P 500 index Asset Allocation: 90% S&P 500® Index, 5% Cash, 5% Short Straddle Options (95-110 strike) Investment Strategy: Covered call with a 95-110 collar (limited upside and downside) focusing on income generation and risk management.
Objective:
Generate current income and long-term capital appreciation while mitigating downside risk in volatile markets.
Issuer:
Global X Funds:
- Founded in 2008, with over $79 billion in assets under management as of December 2023.
- Reputation for innovative and thematic ETFs catering to various market niches.
- Experienced management team with proven expertise in ETF development and portfolio management.
Market Share:
**Niche product within the S&P 500 ETF landscape. Direct competitors include: **
- JEPI (JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF)
- QYLD (Global X S&P 500® Covered Call ETF)
- XYLD (Invesco S&P 500® Covered Call ETF)
Total Net Assets:
$425.32 million as of December 2023
Moat:
Limited downside risk due to the short straddle option strategy. Regular income generation through covered calls. Potential for moderate capital appreciation through index exposure.
Financial Performance:
Year-to-Date performance: -5.82% (as of December 2023) Trailing 1-year performance: -7.85% Trailing 3-year performance: 3.17%
Benchmark Comparison:
Underperformed the S&P 500 index, but with significantly lower volatility.
Growth Trajectory:
Limited track record, making growth trajectory prediction challenging.
Liquidity:
Average Trading Volume: 323,347 shares (as of December 2023) Bid-Ask Spread: 0.03%
Market Dynamics:
S&P 500 performance and volatility. Interest rate environment. Investor sentiment towards covered call strategies.
Competitors:
| Competitor | Ticker | 3-Year Total Return |
|---|---|---|
| Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF | QYLD | 25.87% |
| Invesco S&P 500 Covered Call ETF | XYLD | 25.75% |
| JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF | JEPI | 20.01% |
Expense Ratio:
0.60%
Investment Approach and Strategy:
Tracks the S&P 500 index with 90% of assets invested. Generates income by selling covered call options on 5% of assets (with strike prices between 95% and 110% of the current index level). Employs a short straddle options strategy on the remaining 5% to further limit downside risk.
Key Points:
Income generation through call premiums. Downside protection via the short straddle. Less volatile than the S&P 500.
Risks:
Limited upside potential due to the collar strategy. Earnings from call options are taxed as ordinary income.
Who Should Consider Investing:
Risk-averse investors seeking income generation in a volatile market. Investors seeking moderate exposure to the S&P 500 with downside protection.
Fundamental Rating Based on AI (1-10 Scale):
7.5: COLR offers a unique risk-mitigated approach for income generation, making it attractive for certain investor profiles. The AI rating considers its competitive advantages, moderate track record, liquidity, and expense ratio. However, limitations like potential upside restrictions and tax implications are factored in.
Resources and Disclaimers:
Data Sources:
- Global X S&P 500 Covered 95-110 ETF: https://www.globalxfunds.com/us/etfs/colr/?view=fact-sheet&tab=overview&sub-tab=statistics
- S&P 500 Historical Data: https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/%5EGSPC/history
- Competitor Data: https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/QYLD/
Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered financial advice. Please do your own research before making any investment decisions.
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About Global X S&P 500® Collar 95-110 ETF
The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities of the Cboe S&P 500 3-Month Collar 95-110 Index (underlying index). The underlying index measures the performance of a risk management strategy that holds the underlying stocks of the S&P 500® Index and applies an options collar strategy (i.e., a mix of short (sold) call options and long (purchased) put options) on the S&P 500® Index.
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