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Direxion Daily CSI China Internet Bull 2X Shares (CWEB)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: CWEB (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -28.04% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.86 | 52 Weeks Range 23.76 - 57.46 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 23.76 - 57.46 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
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Direxion Daily CSI China Internet Bull 2X Shares
ETF Overview
Overview
The Direxion Daily CSI China Internet Bull 2X Shares (CWEB) seeks daily investment results, before fees and expenses, of 200% of the daily performance of the CSI Overseas China Internet Index. It focuses on Chinese internet companies listed outside of mainland China and aims to provide leveraged exposure to this sector.
Reputation and Reliability
Direxion is a well-known issuer of leveraged and inverse ETFs, with a proven track record in providing targeted investment strategies.
Management Expertise
Direxion has a dedicated management team with experience in managing complex investment products, including leveraged ETFs.
Investment Objective
Goal
To seek daily investment results, before fees and expenses, of 200% of the daily performance of the CSI Overseas China Internet Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Tracks the CSI Overseas China Internet Index with a 2x leverage factor, amplifying daily returns.
Composition Primarily holds financial instruments such as swap agreements that provide exposure to the underlying index. Does not directly hold the underlying stocks.
Market Position
Market Share: CWEB's market share is variable and depends on the overall leveraged China internet ETF market.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 156600000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB)
- Invesco China Technology ETF (CQQQ)
Competitive Landscape
The leveraged ETF space for China internet stocks is relatively concentrated. CWEB offers higher potential returns and risks due to its 2x leverage, while KWEB provides non-leveraged exposure. CQQQ invests in China Technology rather than just Internet.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance is highly volatile due to the leveraged nature of the ETF. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF aims to deliver 2x the daily performance of the CSI Overseas China Internet Index, but tracking error and compounding effects can cause deviations over longer periods.
Expense Ratio: 1.41
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average daily trading volume for CWEB is moderate, but can be influenced by market sentiment and trading activity in China internet stocks.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread varies depending on market conditions, but it's generally wider than non-leveraged ETFs due to the increased risk and complexity.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth in China, regulatory environment for internet companies, and global market sentiment all significantly impact CWEB's performance.
Growth Trajectory
CWEB's growth trajectory is tied to the performance of Chinese internet companies and investor appetite for leveraged exposure. Changes in Chinese regulations can drastically affect performance.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
CWEB provides a unique offering of 2x leveraged exposure to Chinese internet stocks, attracting investors seeking amplified returns. Its advantage lies in the specific niche it serves for those willing to take on higher risk for potentially higher rewards. It is very vulnerable to increased regulations on Chinese internet companies. However, compounding returns may not necessarily mimic the performance of the underlying index over extended periods.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
CWEB exhibits high volatility due to its leveraged nature, making it sensitive to daily price fluctuations in Chinese internet stocks.
Market Risk
The primary risk is market risk associated with Chinese internet companies, including regulatory risks, economic slowdown, and geopolitical tensions. The 2x leverage amplifies these risks.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
CWEB is suitable for sophisticated investors with a high-risk tolerance and a short-term investment horizon who understand the risks associated with leveraged ETFs.
Market Risk
CWEB is best suited for active traders seeking short-term tactical exposure and not for long-term investors.
Summary
CWEB is a leveraged ETF designed for short-term trading of Chinese internet stocks. It seeks to magnify daily returns but carries significant risk due to its 2x leverage. It's suitable only for sophisticated investors with a high-risk tolerance and short time horizon. Performance is closely tied to the CSI Overseas China Internet Index and influenced by Chinese market dynamics.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Direxion Funds website
- ETF.com
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Leveraged ETFs are complex instruments and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
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 Direxion Daily CSI China Internet Bull 2X Shares
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The index is designed to measure the performance of the investable universe of publicly traded China-based companies whose primary business or businesses are in the Internet and Internet-related sectors. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in financial instruments, such as swap agreements, securities of the index, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track the index, that, in combination, provide 2X daily leveraged exposure to the index, consistent with the fund's investment objective. It is non-diversified.

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