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AdvisorShares Dorsey Wright ADR ETF(AADR)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AADR
10/08/2026: AADR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
The AdvisorShares Dorsey Wright ADR ETF (AADR) provides active exposure to a portfolio of non-US stocks selected through a proprietary relative strength momentum methodology. Its primary strength lies in its ability to systematically identify and invest in global market leaders, potentially offering alpha over passive international indices. The fund is best suited as a tactical, satellite position for investors seeking to capture international momentum, rather than a core portfolio holding. Key risks include significant exposure to foreign market volatility, currency fluctuations, and the inherent risks of a momentum strategy, which may underperform during market trend reversals. Investors should monitor the fund’s performance relative to broader international benchmarks and their own conviction in the momentum factor.
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 | Strong fit | The momentum-based selection process naturally gravitates toward companies exhibiting strong price appreciation and growth trends. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | This fund is purpose-built for momentum strategies and is best utilized when the proprietary technical signals are in a favorable, positive trend. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | Momentum strategies often prioritize stocks with rising prices, which can sometimes contradict traditional value metrics like low P/E ratios. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | While international ADRs may pay dividends, the fund focuses on price momentum rather than yield maximization. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The combination of international market exposure and a momentum strategy can lead to significant price volatility. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is an experienced participant comfortable with active management, momentum-based strategies, and the risks inherent in international equity investing.
Suitability
AADR is best suited as a satellite holding for long-term investors seeking to add an alpha-seeking momentum component to an otherwise passive core portfolio.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | Momentum stocks can be subject to rapid price reversals when market leadership changes. |
| Market risk | High | Broad international market downturns will directly impact the performance of the underlying holdings. |
| Concentration | Medium | The momentum strategy may lead to sector or geographic concentrations that differ significantly from broad indices. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | The higher expense ratio requires the strategy to generate consistent alpha to outperform cheaper passive alternatives. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Some international ADRs in the portfolio may have lower liquidity compared to US-listed mega-caps. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The focus on price strength does not guarantee the selection of companies with strong fundamental health. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
AADR typically exhibits higher volatility than passive total-market ETFs due to its concentration in momentum-favored stocks.
Market Risk
The fund is subject to significant foreign market risk, currency risk, and the specific risk that momentum factors may underperform during market shifts.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Developed Markets (Europe, Pacific) | 65 | This provides exposure to established international economies with developed financial markets. |
| Geography | Emerging Markets | 30 | This offers higher growth potential through exposure to developing economies. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 5 | This small liquidity buffer is held to manage daily flows and transaction costs. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 39.26% | Avg. Invested days 67 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/08/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Oct 8, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $37.60M |
| Issuer | AdvisorShares |
| Expense Ratio | 1.1% |
| Distribution Yield | 1.17% |
| Inception | Jul 20, 2010 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | -4.35% |
| 1 Year | -4.38% |
| 3 Year | +20.06% |
| 5 Year | +6.72% |
| 10 Year | +8.39% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 17.32% |
| 3Y Volatility | 15.6% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0.96 |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mega Cap | 42.86% |
| Large Cap | 26.22% |
| Mid Cap | 18.33% |
| Small Cap | 5.28% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Healthcare | 20.11% |
| Financial Services | 17.87% |
| Industrials | 12.67% |
| Technology | 12.66% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 11.4x |
| Portfolio P/B | 1.85x |
| Portfolio P/S | 1.24x |
| Holdings Turnover | 1.01% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR | 5.42% |
| Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group ADR | 5.26% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing | 3.86% |
| Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR | 3.78% |
| Barclays ADR | 3.61% |
Upturn AI Summary
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