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SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security (FITE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/29/2025: FITE (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 25.01% | Avg. Invested days 79 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/29/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.89 | 52 Weeks Range 53.83 - 75.74 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 53.83 - 75.74 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security
ETF Overview
Overview
SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF (XKFS) seeks to provide investment results that correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&P Kensho Future Security Index. It focuses on companies involved in cybersecurity, advanced border security, and defense.
Reputation and Reliability
State Street is a well-established and reputable ETF provider with a long track record in the industry.
Management Expertise
State Street has extensive experience in managing various ETFs, including those tracking specific indexes.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investment results that correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&P Kensho Future Security Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF aims to track the S&P Kensho Future Security Index, which is designed to capture the performance of companies focused on future security technologies and services.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of companies involved in areas such as cybersecurity, border security, and military technology.
Market Position
Market Share: XKFS holds a portion of the market share in the broader technology and defense sector ETFs.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 152800000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- HACK
- CIBR
- ITA
Competitive Landscape
The ETF industry focusing on security is moderately competitive. XKFS has a distinct focus on future security technologies, providing a niche within the broader technology sector. Competitors like HACK offer broader cybersecurity exposure, while ITA focuses on aerospace and defense. XKFS's advantage lies in its specific thematic focus, but its smaller AUM compared to larger competitors may limit liquidity.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data needs to be sourced from financial data providers and will vary over time.
Benchmark Comparison: Benchmark comparison data needs to be sourced from financial data providers and compared against the S&P Kensho Future Security Index.
Expense Ratio: 0.45
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume reflects moderate liquidity for XKFS, allowing relatively easy entry and exit for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, indicating efficient trading and lower transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators, geopolitical events, and technological advancements in security influence XKFS's performance.
Growth Trajectory
XKFS's growth is tied to the increasing importance of cybersecurity, border security, and defense technologies; strategy and holdings change as the sector evolves.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
XKFS benefits from a focused investment strategy targeting innovative companies in future security, which differentiates it from broader tech or defense ETFs. The index-tracking approach offers transparency and diversification within the sector. Its specific focus on emerging security technologies provides exposure to potentially high-growth areas. The ETF's association with State Street enhances investor confidence.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
XKFS's volatility reflects the inherent risk associated with the technology and defense sectors.
Market Risk
The ETF is subject to market risk, including fluctuations in stock prices and broader economic downturns.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is someone seeking targeted exposure to the future security sector and is comfortable with moderate volatility.
Market Risk
XKFS is suitable for long-term investors looking to capitalize on the growth potential of the future security industry.
Summary
SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF (XKFS) offers targeted exposure to companies involved in cybersecurity, border security, and defense. It tracks the S&P Kensho Future Security Index, providing a focused investment approach. While it offers a unique thematic focus, its AUM is smaller than some competitors, potentially impacting liquidity. The ETF is suitable for long-term investors seeking growth in the future security sector and its growth trajectory is tied to advancements in these areas.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- State Street Global Advisors
- S&P Dow Jones Indices
- Financial News Providers
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual risk tolerance and financial circumstances.
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 SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
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Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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Under normal market conditions, the fund generally invests substantially all, but at least 80%, of its total assets in the securities comprising the index. The index is comprised of U.S.-listed equity securities (including depositary receipts) of companies domiciled across developed and emerging markets worldwide which are included in the Future Security sector as determined by a classification standard produced by the index provider.
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