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ProShares UltraShort MSCI Brazil Capped (BZQ)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/31/2025: BZQ (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 -28.6% | Avg. Invested days 25 | 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 07/31/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta -1.61 | 52 Weeks Range 10.93 - 19.33 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 10.93 - 19.33 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
ProShares UltraShort MSCI Brazil Capped
ETF Overview
Overview
ProShares UltraShort MSCI Brazil Capped (BZQ) seeks daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to two times the inverse (-2x) of the daily performance of the MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index. It provides leveraged inverse exposure to the Brazilian equity market, making it suitable for short-term trading strategies and hedging purposes.
Reputation and Reliability
ProShares is a well-established issuer known for its leveraged and inverse ETFs, providing a range of sophisticated investment tools.
Management Expertise
ProShares has a dedicated team with expertise in managing complex ETF structures, including leveraged and inverse products.
Investment Objective
Goal
To deliver daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to two times the inverse (-2x) of the daily performance of the MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a leveraged inverse strategy, aiming to provide -2x the daily return of the MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index through the use of financial instruments such as swaps, futures contracts, and other derivatives.
Composition The ETF primarily holds financial instruments designed to achieve the desired leveraged inverse exposure, rather than direct holdings in Brazilian equities.
Market Position
Market Share: Data not readily available.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 18800000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- EWZ
- BRZU
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape in the Brazil equity ETF market is dominated by unleveraged ETFs like EWZ. BZQ's advantage lies in providing leveraged inverse exposure, which is not offered by most competitors, catering to traders seeking to profit from declines in the Brazilian market. However, it carries significant risks due to its leveraged nature and is less suitable for long-term investors.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data is highly sensitive to market volatility due to the leveraged inverse strategy. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF aims to provide -2x the daily performance of the MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index, so its performance is directly tied to the inverse movements of that index with a leverage factor of 2.
Expense Ratio: 0.95
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume is moderate, indicating reasonable liquidity for active traders.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread can be volatile and may widen during periods of high market uncertainty.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic conditions in Brazil, global market sentiment, currency fluctuations (particularly the Brazilian Real), and political stability significantly affect BZQ's performance.
Growth Trajectory
BZQ's growth is tied to investor demand for inverse exposure to the Brazilian equity market and may fluctuate with changes in market outlook and risk appetite. Changes to holdings are primarily driven by maintaining the -2x leveraged inverse strategy.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
BZQ's primary advantage is its unique offering of a leveraged inverse exposure to the MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index, allowing sophisticated investors to profit from declines in the Brazilian market. This niche focus caters to investors seeking short-term trading opportunities and hedging strategies. Its leveraged nature differentiates it from traditional Brazil equity ETFs. However, it also comes with inherent risks, making it unsuitable for risk-averse investors.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
BZQ is expected to exhibit high volatility due to its leveraged inverse strategy, making it highly sensitive to short-term market fluctuations.
Market Risk
The ETF is subject to market risk associated with the Brazilian equity market, as well as risks related to leverage, derivatives, and counterparty risk.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a sophisticated trader with a high-risk tolerance who understands leveraged and inverse ETFs and is seeking short-term exposure to declines in the Brazilian equity market.
Market Risk
BZQ is best suited for active traders with a short-term investment horizon and is not appropriate for long-term investors or those with a low-risk tolerance.
Summary
ProShares UltraShort MSCI Brazil Capped (BZQ) offers leveraged inverse exposure to the Brazilian equity market, making it a tool for sophisticated investors seeking to profit from short-term declines. Its leveraged nature amplifies both gains and losses, resulting in high volatility. The ETF is most suitable for active traders with a high-risk tolerance and should not be considered a long-term investment. Performance is closely tied to the inverse movements of the MSCI Brazil 25/50 Index, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring and risk management.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- ProShares Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investing in ETFs involves risk, including the potential loss of principal.
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 ProShares UltraShort MSCI Brazil Capped
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
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Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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The index is designed to measure the performance of the large and mid cap segments of the Brazilian market. It covers approximately 85% of the market capitalization in Brazil. Under normal circumstances, the fund will obtain inverse leveraged exposure to at least 80% of its total assets in components of the index or in instruments with similar economic characteristics. The fund is non-diversified.
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