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abrdn Bloomberg All Commodity Strategy K-1 Free ETF (BCI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/24/2025: BCI (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 0.52% | Avg. Invested days 45 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/24/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1 | 52 Weeks Range 18.18 - 21.84 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 18.18 - 21.84 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
abrdn Bloomberg All Commodity Strategy K-1 Free ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The abrdn Bloomberg All Commodity Strategy K-1 Free ETF (BCI) seeks to provide investment results that correspond to the performance of the Bloomberg Commodity Index Total Return. It provides broad commodity exposure without the complexities of K-1 tax forms.
Reputation and Reliability
abrdn is a global investment company with a long history and a reputation for managing diverse investment strategies.
Management Expertise
abrdn has a team of experienced investment professionals focused on commodity and alternative investments.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investment results that correspond generally to the performance of the Bloomberg Commodity Index Total Return.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF aims to track the Bloomberg Commodity Index Total Return.
Composition The ETF holds futures contracts on physical commodities, providing broad exposure to the commodity market. It does not invest directly in commodities.
Market Position
Market Share: BCI holds a moderate market share within the broad commodity ETF segment.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 168500000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- Invesco DB Commodity Index Tracking Fund (DBC)
- iShares GSCI Commodity Indexed Trust (GSG)
- Teucrium Agricultural Fund (TAGS)
Competitive Landscape
The commodity ETF market is competitive, with several large players. BCI's advantage is its K-1 free structure, appealing to investors seeking simplified tax reporting. DBC and GSG are larger, providing greater liquidity but may issue K-1 forms. TAGS focuses on agricultural commodities.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data is not provided due to constant market fluctuations.
Benchmark Comparison: Performance should closely track the Bloomberg Commodity Index Total Return, but may vary due to tracking error and expenses.
Expense Ratio: 0.29
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF exhibits moderate liquidity based on its average daily trading volume.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is usually tight, reflecting reasonable trading costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Commodity prices are influenced by global supply and demand, economic growth, geopolitical events, and weather patterns. The ETF's performance depends heavily on these factors.
Growth Trajectory
Growth is correlated to global economic cycles and commodity demand. Changes in the index composition or investment strategy may affect future performance.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
BCI's primary advantage is its K-1 free structure, which simplifies tax reporting for investors. This makes it attractive to those who want commodity exposure without the complexities of K-1s. It also offers broad commodity diversification. The fund benefits from abrdn's expertise in commodity investing.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Commodity ETFs are generally volatile, as commodity prices can fluctuate significantly.
Market Risk
Exposure to commodity price swings, geopolitical events, and economic downturns can impact the ETF's value. Unexpected events can greatly affect the prices of commodities, especially energy.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking broad commodity exposure and simplified tax reporting. Suitable for those who understand the risks associated with commodity investments.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors seeking diversification or active traders who want to express a view on commodity prices.
Summary
The abrdn Bloomberg All Commodity Strategy K-1 Free ETF (BCI) offers a K-1 free approach to broad commodity exposure, tracking the Bloomberg Commodity Index Total Return. It is suitable for investors seeking diversification or tactical commodity exposure. However, commodity prices can be volatile, so investors should be aware of the risks. With a competitive expense ratio and the backing of a reputable issuer, BCI offers an attractive option compared to K-1 issuing commodity ETFs.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- abrdn website
- Bloomberg
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investors should conduct their own due diligence before investing.
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.
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About abrdn Bloomberg All Commodity Strategy K-1 Free ETF
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The index reflects the return on a fully collateralized investment in the Bloomberg Commodity IndexSM ("BCOM"), which is composed of futures contracts on physical commodities and is designed to be a highly liquid and broad-based benchmark for commodities futures investments. The fund invests in exchange-traded commodity futures contracts through a wholly-owned subsidiary of the fund organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands (the "Subsidiary"). It is non-diversified.
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