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Teucrium Corn Fund(CORN)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CORN
10/02/2026: CORN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
The Teucrium Corn Fund (CORN) offers targeted, daily-reset exposure to corn prices via a strategic basket of CBOT futures contracts. Its primary strength lies in its specialized roll strategy, which helps mitigate the negative impact of contango compared to traditional front-month funds. While it provides an effective tool for commodity speculation and inflation hedging, investors should be aware of the high volatility and tax complexities associated with commodity pools. It is best suited for tactical investors seeking to capture specific trends in the agricultural sector rather than long-term asset allocators.
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 | Weak fit | This fund is a commodity vehicle and does not offer the capital appreciation typical of growth stocks. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Momentum traders use this to capture short-term agricultural price trends. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | Commodities lack the intrinsic cash flows or valuation metrics used by value investors. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The fund does not pay dividends and is not designed for income generation. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility and sensitivity to commodity cycles make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a sophisticated individual or institutional investor looking for tactical exposure to agricultural markets.
Suitability
Best suited for tactical, short-to-medium-term traders rather than buy-and-hold long-term investors due to roll costs.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Agricultural markets are subject to significant price swings due to weather and geopolitical factors. |
| Market risk | High | The value of the fund fluctuates directly with the underlying commodity futures market. |
| Concentration | High | The fund is concentrated in a single commodity, lacking the diversification of a broader basket. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | Management fees and the costs of rolling futures contracts impact long-term returns. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Futures markets can become illiquid during periods of extreme market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | Changes in agricultural regulation or technology can impact long-term supply dynamics. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Historical volatility is elevated, reflecting the sensitivity of agricultural commodities to weather and macro shocks.
Market Risk
Risks include adverse weather, changes in global production, trade tariffs, and futures market contango effects.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commodity | CBOT Corn Futures Contracts | 80 | These futures contracts provide the direct price exposure to the corn market. |
| Cash/collateral | US Treasury Bills and Cash Equivalents | 20 | This portion of the portfolio serves as collateral for futures positions and provides interest income. |
Price Behavior
Steady Uptrend
The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -15.45% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | 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) | $130.40M |
| Issuer | Teucrium |
| Expense Ratio | 1.76% |
| Distribution Yield | 0% |
| Inception | Jun 9, 2010 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +7.05% |
| 1 Year | +8.15% |
| 3 Year | -4.83% |
| 5 Year | -1.54% |
| 10 Year | +0.16% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 18.67% |
| 3Y Volatility | 14.37% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | -0.59 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
| Benchmark | Morningstar Lng-Only Cmdty ... |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Basic Materials | 0.00% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 0.00% |
| Financial Services | 0.00% |
| Real Estate | 0.00% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Holdings Turnover | 0.0% |
| Distribution Yield | 0% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| Goldman Sachs Financial Square Government Fund Institutional Shares | 44.09% |
Upturn AI Summary
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