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Direxion Shares ETF Trust (AIBU)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/18/2025: AIBU (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 9.45% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/18/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) 19086 | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 18.66 - 42.94 | Updated Date 06/18/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 18.66 - 42.94 | Updated Date 06/18/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Direxion Shares ETF Trust
ETF Overview
Overview
Direxion Shares ETF Trust offers a range of leveraged and inverse ETFs, primarily focusing on specific sectors, indexes, or commodities. These ETFs are designed for sophisticated investors seeking short-term tactical exposure.
Reputation and Reliability
Direxion is known for its leveraged and inverse ETF offerings. Their reputation hinges on providing short-term investment tools, but they are not suitable for all investors.
Management Expertise
Direxion's management team has experience in developing and managing specialized ETF products, particularly those with leveraged or inverse exposure.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide daily leveraged or inverse exposure to specific indexes, sectors, or commodities.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Direxion ETFs primarily utilize derivatives, such as swaps and futures contracts, to achieve their leveraged or inverse objectives.
Composition The assets typically include a mix of derivatives and money market instruments to manage leverage and meet regulatory requirements. The specific composition varies by ETF.
Market Position
Market Share: Varies widely depending on the specific ETF within the Direxion Shares ETF Trust and the niche it targets.
Total Net Assets (AUM): This varies widely by specific ETF; information for the entire trust is not a meaningful metric.
Competitors
Key Competitors
- ProShares (Various)
- GraniteShares (Various)
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape is defined by specialized leveraged and inverse ETF providers. Direxion's advantage lies in its breadth of offerings, while disadvantages include higher risk and complexity compared to traditional ETFs.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Highly variable and dependent on the underlying index or asset class and the leverage factor. Not suitable for long-term trend analysis.
Benchmark Comparison: Comparison depends on the specific ETF and its benchmark; should outperform (or underperform for inverse) by the leverage factor on a daily basis.
Expense Ratio: Expense ratios vary, generally ranging from 0.75% to 1.25% depending on the ETF. Actual values should be looked up for each ETF.
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
Average trading volume varies considerably across different Direxion ETFs, influenced by their focus and investor demand.
Bid-Ask Spread
Bid-ask spreads also vary based on the ETF and its trading volume, and can be relatively wide for less liquid ETFs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators, sector-specific news, and geopolitical events impacting the underlying assets drive performance.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on investor appetite for leveraged and inverse strategies, and the performance of underlying assets. Strategy adjustments are infrequent but can occur to improve tracking.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
Direxion's competitive edge lies in offering a comprehensive suite of leveraged and inverse ETFs across various sectors and asset classes. This allows sophisticated investors to implement precise short-term trading strategies. They offer tools not found elsewhere. However, the inherent complexity and risks limit their appeal to a smaller, more experienced investor base. Further, they are good at marketing their expertise.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Extremely high due to the leverage factor. Can experience rapid and significant gains or losses.
Market Risk
High market risk is associated with the underlying assets being tracked. Leveraged and inverse ETFs are susceptible to compounding errors over extended periods.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Experienced traders and sophisticated investors who understand the risks of leveraged and inverse ETFs and are looking for short-term tactical exposure.
Market Risk
Best suited for active traders and short-term speculators. Not suitable for long-term investors or passive index followers.
Summary
Direxion Shares ETF Trust offers leveraged and inverse ETFs designed for sophisticated investors seeking short-term tactical exposure. These ETFs utilize derivatives to amplify daily returns or provide inverse exposure to specific indexes or sectors. The high volatility and inherent risks make them unsuitable for long-term investment. Due diligence and a thorough understanding of the product's mechanics are essential before investing. They are more of a trading vehicle than a long-term investment.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Direxion Shares ETF Trust website
- SEC filings
- Financial news outlets (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters)
- ETF Database
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investing in ETFs involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Leveraged and inverse ETFs are particularly risky and are not suitable for all investors.
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 Direxion Shares ETF Trust
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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