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Principal Exchange-Traded Funds - Principal Real Estate Active Opportunities ETF(BYRE)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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- Profit
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BYRE
10/13/2026: BYRE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
BYRE is an actively managed ETF that offers exposure to the real estate market, specifically through REITs, by utilizing active selection rather than passive index tracking. Its primary strength lies in the potential for managers to outperform benchmarks through tactical sector and security choices, backed by the expertise of Principal Financial Group. The fund is best suited for long-term investors seeking income who are comfortable with the inherent volatility of the real estate sector. Primary risks include interest rate sensitivity, sector concentration, and potential underperformance relative to passive alternatives. Investors should monitor interest rate trends and sector-specific occupancy data as key performance drivers.
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 | Real estate is generally more focused on income than rapid capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | This fund is better suited for long-term thematic exposure than short-term momentum trades. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Active management allows the fund to target undervalued real estate assets within the REIT universe. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | REITs are primary vehicles for income-seeking investors due to their structure of distributing dividends. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Real estate is sensitive to interest rates and economic downturns, introducing moderate volatility. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is looking for specialized exposure to real estate with the potential for active management to outperform, rather than just matching a passive index.
Suitability
Best for long-term investors seeking income and potential capital growth through a diversified real estate basket.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | Real estate prices fluctuate based on interest rate changes and economic conditions. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund is subject to the systemic risks of the commercial and residential property markets. |
| Concentration | High | Concentrating on real estate assets limits diversification across other asset classes. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | The higher active management expense ratio requires consistent alpha generation to be cost-effective. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Lower trading volume can result in execution challenges during periods of market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The health of the underlying REIT tenants and occupancy rates directly impact distributions. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
BYRE exhibits volatility consistent with the REIT sector, influenced by interest rate cycles and property market trends.
Market Risk
Risks include interest rate sensitivity, credit risk of REIT tenants, and exposure to specific real estate sub-sector downturns.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) | 95 | The fund focuses on income-generating real estate assets across various sub-sectors like residential, industrial, and retail. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 5 | A small cash buffer is maintained for liquidity needs and tactical rebalancing. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 1.32% | Avg. Invested days 50 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/13/2026 |
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