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FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund (ASET)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: ASET (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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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 -13.77% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.93 | 52 Weeks Range 27.78 - 32.58 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 27.78 - 32.58 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund
ETF Overview
Overview
The FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund (RAAX) seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the Northern Trust Real Assets Allocation Index. It provides exposure to real assets such as commodities, real estate, and infrastructure.
Reputation and Reliability
Northern Trust is a well-established and reputable asset manager with a long history in the financial services industry.
Management Expertise
Northern Trust has extensive experience in managing index-based and actively managed investment strategies, including ETFs.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the performance of the Northern Trust Real Assets Allocation Index, providing diversified exposure to real asset classes.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The fund employs a passive management strategy, seeking to replicate the index's composition and weighting.
Composition The ETF holds a mix of ETFs representing different real asset classes, including commodities, real estate (REITs), and infrastructure. The specific allocation is determined by the underlying index.
Market Position
Market Share: RAAX holds a small market share within the broader real asset ETF category.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 74200000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- Invesco DB Commodity Index Tracking Fund (DBC)
- iShares Cohen & Steers REIT ETF (ICF)
- ALPS Global Infrastructure ETF (ALFA)
Competitive Landscape
The real asset ETF industry is highly competitive with several established players. RAAX offers a diversified approach by combining multiple real asset classes into a single fund, which is an advantage. A disadvantage is its smaller AUM and lower trading volume compared to more established competitors.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: The historical performance is directly correlated to the performance of its underlying index and the performance of the various real asset classes it invests in. Investors should examine the fund's factsheet for the most up-to-date performance data.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance should closely track the Northern Trust Real Assets Allocation Index, with minor deviations due to tracking error and fund expenses.
Expense Ratio: 0.39
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume is moderate, suggesting reasonable liquidity for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread can vary depending on market conditions but is typically reasonable for an ETF of its size.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators such as inflation, interest rates, and economic growth, sector-specific trends in real estate, commodities, and infrastructure influence the fund's performance.
Growth Trajectory
The growth trajectory depends on investor demand for real asset exposure and the fund's ability to attract assets.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
RAAX's competitive advantage lies in its diversified exposure to a variety of real asset classes through a single ETF. This simplifies portfolio construction for investors seeking inflation protection or diversification. The fund's passive management approach may also appeal to investors seeking lower costs. However, this also means the fund cannot tactically overweight or underweight certain asset classes to maximize returns.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility depends on the volatility of the underlying asset classes. Commodities, in particular, can be volatile.
Market Risk
The ETF is subject to market risk associated with fluctuations in the prices of real assets, which can be influenced by economic conditions, supply and demand dynamics, and geopolitical events.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking diversified exposure to real assets for inflation protection, portfolio diversification, or potential long-term growth.
Market Risk
RAAX is suitable for long-term investors and those seeking a passive approach to real asset allocation.
Summary
FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund (RAAX) provides diversified exposure to real asset classes, aiming to track the Northern Trust Real Assets Allocation Index. Its passive management strategy and diversified approach may appeal to investors seeking inflation protection and portfolio diversification. However, its relatively small AUM and moderate trading volume could be a consideration. Investors should consider the risks associated with each individual asset class the ETF invests in before investing.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- FlexShares Website
- Northern Trust Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
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 FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund
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Under normal circumstances, the fund will invest at least 80% of its total assets (exclusive of collateral held from securities lending) in the securities of the underlying index. The underlying index measures the performance of an optimized allocation to the underlying funds that is intended to provide exposures to certain real assets and minimize overall volatility of investment in the underlying funds.
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