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VanEck Oil Refiners ETF (CRAK)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/11/2025: CRAK (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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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 17.28% | Avg. Invested days 48 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/11/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.9 | 52 Weeks Range 24.17 - 34.54 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 24.17 - 34.54 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
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VanEck Oil Refiners ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The VanEck Oil Refiners ETF (CRAK) seeks to replicate as closely as possible, before fees and expenses, the price and yield performance of the MVISu00ae Global Oil Refiners Index. The fund invests in a global portfolio of companies involved in oil refining.
Reputation and Reliability
VanEck has a solid reputation and a long track record in the ETF market, known for offering specialized and thematic ETFs.
Management Expertise
VanEck's management team has experience in managing sector-specific ETFs, bringing expertise in navigating the energy sector.
Investment Objective
Goal
To replicate as closely as possible the price and yield performance of the MVISu00ae Global Oil Refiners Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF tracks a specific index, the MVISu00ae Global Oil Refiners Index, which includes companies involved in oil refining.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of companies involved in oil refining, globally diversified.
Market Position
Market Share: Data not reliably available
Total Net Assets (AUM): 82500000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- Invesco DB Oil Fund (DBO)
- United States Oil Fund LP (USO)
- Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE)
Competitive Landscape
The oil refining ETF market includes broader energy ETFs and commodity-based ETFs, which offer different exposures. CRAK's advantage lies in its specific focus on oil refiners, while its disadvantage is its narrower focus compared to broad energy ETFs like XLE.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Data not reliably available
Benchmark Comparison: Data not reliably available
Expense Ratio: 0.35
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
CRAK's average trading volume indicates moderate liquidity, which may impact ease of entry and exit for larger positions.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread for CRAK is generally tight, but can widen during periods of market volatility, affecting trading costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators, refining margins, geopolitical events, and global oil demand significantly influence CRAK's performance.
Growth Trajectory
CRAK's growth depends on refining capacity, global demand, and government regulations, with holdings periodically rebalanced to reflect index changes.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
CRAK's advantage is its targeted exposure to the oil refining sector, providing investors a focused way to participate in the refining industry. This ETF is unique, as it is one of the few ETFs specifically targeting oil refiners. Its global diversification helps mitigate regional risks. However, its narrow focus means it can be more volatile than broader energy ETFs.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
CRAK's volatility can be relatively high due to the cyclical nature of the oil refining industry and fluctuations in oil prices.
Market Risk
CRAK faces risks associated with changes in oil prices, refining margins, regulatory policies, and global economic conditions.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
CRAK is suited for investors seeking targeted exposure to the oil refining sector, who understand the risks associated with the energy industry.
Market Risk
CRAK may be suitable for both active traders seeking short-term gains and long-term investors looking for strategic exposure to the refining industry, depending on their risk tolerance and investment horizon.
Summary
VanEck Oil Refiners ETF (CRAK) provides targeted exposure to the global oil refining industry. It tracks the MVISu00ae Global Oil Refiners Index and offers investors a focused way to invest in this sector. However, the ETF's performance is subject to fluctuations in oil prices, refining margins, and global economic conditions. Its concentrated exposure makes it potentially more volatile than broad-based energy ETFs, and it is more suitable for investors with a specific interest in the refining industry.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- VanEck website
- ETF.com
- SEC filings
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual financial circumstances and consultation with a financial professional. Market share data not reliably available.
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 VanEck Oil Refiners ETF
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The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise the fund's benchmark index. The index includes equity securities and depositary receipts of companies in the global oil refining segment. To be initially eligible for the Oil Refiners Index, companies must generate at least 50% of their revenues from crude oil refining. Products of these companies may include gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, fuel oil, naphtha, and other petrochemicals. The fund is non-diversified.
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