Defiance Daily Target 2x Long AVAV ETF(AVXX)

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ADVISORIES YOU CAN VERIFY
QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$20.67
10/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AVXX

10/02/2026: AVXX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

AVXX is a tactical, leveraged ETF that provides 200% of the daily performance of AeroVironment (AVAV) stock using derivative contracts. It is designed for active traders looking to capture short-term trends in the stock rather than long-term investors, as daily compounding can lead to significant tracking errors over time. Its primary strengths are the convenience of leveraging a single stock without margin, though this is balanced by high volatility and the risks associated with daily rebalancing and concentrated exposure. Investors should monitor AVAV's daily price trends and market sentiment closely, as the fund is intended for very short-term use.

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ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe fund's daily rebalancing makes it unsuitable for long-term growth investing.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum traders can utilize this fund to capture short-term upward price moves in AVAV.
Value investorWeak fitLeveraged daily ETFs do not align with the philosophy of fundamental value assessment.
Dividend/Income investorWeak fitThis fund does not provide consistent income or dividend yield to investors.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe use of leverage and sensitivity to daily volatility present high risks that are inappropriate for low-risk portfolios.

Investor Profile

Ideal Investor Profile

Sophisticated, active traders with a high risk tolerance and a short-term investment horizon.

Suitability

Not suitable for long-term investors or those seeking capital preservation.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
VolatilityHighThe 2x leverage amplifies daily price swings, leading to significant potential for loss.
Market riskHighThe fund is entirely dependent on the market performance of a single company, AVAV.
ConcentrationHighLack of diversification increases exposure to company-specific risks.
Tracking/expenseMedium / highDaily compounding and management fees can cause performance to drift from the stated 2x objective.
LiquidityMediumReduced liquidity in the underlying stock can impact the fund's ability to rebalance efficiently.
Business/sector qualityMedium / highThe fund is subject to the specific business risks and competitive pressures facing the drone technology sector.

Risk Analysis

Volatility

Extremely high due to the 2x daily leverage target and single-stock focus.

Market Risk

High sensitivity to specific corporate news, sector-wide defense shifts, and broader market sentiment.

What the ETF Owns

Exposure TypeExposureWeight (%)Retail Investor Read
Single stockAeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) — seeks 2x daily return100The fund's performance is driven by the daily price movements of AeroVironment (AVAV) magnified by a 2x leverage factor.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type ETF
Historic Profit -44.18%
Avg. Invested days 4
Today’s Advisory PASS
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ETF Fundamentals

Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Oct 1, 2026

Fund Basics

MetricValue
Fund Size (AUM)$13.86M
IssuerDefiance ETFs LLC
InceptionOct 22, 2025

Performance

PeriodTotal Return
YTD -79.58%
Returns over 1 year are annualized • As of Oct 1, 2026

Risk Metrics

MetricValue
1Y Volatility0%
3Y Volatility0%
3Y Sharpe Ratio0
Based on daily returns • As of Oct 1, 2026

Top Sectors

SectorWeight
Basic Materials
0.00%
Consumer Cyclicals
0.00%
Financial Services
0.00%
Real Estate
0.00%

Asset Allocation

Non-U.S. Equities
161.36%
Other
30.05%

Portfolio Characteristics

MetricValue

Top Holdings

HoldingWeight
First American Funds. - Government Obligations Fund 10.89%
Top 1 concentration: 10.89%
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