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Aztlan Global Stock Selection Dm SMID ETF(AZTD)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AZTD
10/02/2026: AZTD (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
AZTD provides active exposure to developed market small- and mid-cap equities using a systematic stock selection strategy designed to identify high-quality, attractively valued companies. Its main strengths lie in its differentiated, rules-based approach which seeks to outperform passive benchmarks, though it faces competition from larger, lower-cost index funds. The fund serves as a specialized satellite holding for investors seeking to capture potential inefficiencies in international SMID-cap markets. Primary risks include elevated volatility, liquidity constraints typical of smaller-cap holdings, and the performance hurdles inherent in active management fees. It is most suitable for long-term investors who prioritize active factor exposure over low-cost passive index tracking.
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 | Mixed fit | While it targets quality, the SMID-cap focus can be volatile and may not align with aggressive growth objectives. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Active selection may capture momentum trends, assuming the underlying fundamental signals remain strong. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The fund's systematic approach often emphasizes value-oriented metrics in its security selection process. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The fund focuses on capital appreciation in the SMID-cap space rather than prioritizing consistent dividend income. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Small- and mid-cap stocks carry inherently higher volatility and market risk compared to large-cap holdings. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is someone seeking alpha through active management in the international SMID-cap space and is comfortable with higher volatility.
Suitability
The fund is best suited for long-term investors looking to complement a core large-cap portfolio with active international exposure.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Small- and mid-cap equities typically exhibit higher price swings than broader market indices. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund is fully exposed to systemic fluctuations in global developed market economies. |
| Concentration | Medium | Active selection can lead to sector or geographic tilts that differ from broad market benchmarks. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | Higher management fees compared to passive ETFs create a performance hurdle that must be overcome by active selection. |
| Liquidity | Medium / high | Lower trading volumes for the ETF and its underlying holdings can lead to higher slippage during market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The strategy relies on the effectiveness of its factor-based quality screens to avoid poor-performing firms. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
The fund exhibits higher volatility characteristic of small- and mid-cap equities, requiring a longer investment horizon.
Market Risk
Risks include global macro-economic headwinds, currency risk from international holdings, and sector-specific downturns.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Developed Market Equities (Ex-US and US) | 95 | The fund provides broad exposure to international and domestic small- and mid-cap companies identified for their quality and value. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 5 | A small cash position is maintained for liquidity purposes and to facilitate day-to-day portfolio rebalancing. |
Price Behavior
Steady Uptrend
The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 0.18% | Avg. Invested days 65 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Oct 2, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $36.58M |
| Issuer | Aztlan ETFs |
| Expense Ratio | 0.75% |
| Distribution Yield | 0.92% |
| Inception | Aug 17, 2022 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +6.30% |
| 1 Year | +6.08% |
| 3 Year | +16.29% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 16.76% |
| 3Y Volatility | 16.12% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0.74 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Small Cap | 47.68% |
| Mid Cap | 40.32% |
| Micro Cap | 11.85% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technology | 22.63% |
| Industrials | 19.60% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 19.35% |
| Financial Services | 10.62% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 12.82x |
| Portfolio P/B | 3.08x |
| Portfolio P/S | 0.68x |
| Holdings Turnover | 9.86% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| Happinet | 3.47% |
| Halozyme Therapeutics | 2.85% |
| DocuSign | 2.78% |
| Lumentum Holdings | 2.67% |
| Cybozu | 2.63% |
Upturn AI Summary
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