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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: FLSA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -3.07% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.43 | 52 Weeks Range 31.13 - 35.69 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 31.13 - 35.69 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Franklin FTSE Saudi Arabia ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The Franklin FTSE Saudi Arabia ETF (FLSA) seeks to track the investment results of the FTSE Saudi Arabia Capped Index, which is designed to measure the performance of Saudi Arabian large- and mid-capitalization stocks.
Reputation and Reliability
Franklin Templeton is a reputable and well-established global investment management firm with a long track record.
Management Expertise
Franklin Templeton has extensive experience managing ETFs and international equity funds.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of the FTSE Saudi Arabia Capped Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a passive management investment approach, attempting to replicate the index's composition and weighting.
Composition The ETF primarily holds Saudi Arabian large- and mid-capitalization stocks. It aims to mirror the sector weights of its benchmark index.
Market Position
Market Share: Data unavailable to calculate precise market share as that would require the total aggregation of all Saudi Arabia focused ETF assets.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 135900000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- iShares MSCI Saudi Arabia ETF (KSA)
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape is dominated by iShares MSCI Saudi Arabia ETF (KSA). FLSA offers a slightly different index tracking approach based on the FTSE benchmark. FLSA's advantage lies in its potentially lower expense ratio, while KSA benefits from greater AUM and trading volume.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data can be obtained from financial data providers.
Benchmark Comparison: Performance should be compared directly with the FTSE Saudi Arabia Capped Index.
Expense Ratio: 0.09
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF's average trading volume indicates its liquidity, but can vary daily.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread represents the difference between the highest price a buyer is willing to pay and the lowest price a seller is willing to accept, affecting trading costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth in Saudi Arabia, oil prices, and geopolitical stability influence FLSA's performance.
Growth Trajectory
The ETF's growth is tied to the performance of the Saudi Arabian stock market. Changes in the Saudi economy or index methodology could affect its holdings.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
FLSA benefits from Franklin Templeton's brand and distribution network. Its low expense ratio offers a cost advantage compared to some competitors. Its FTSE benchmark exposure provides diversification, potentially attracting investors seeking alternatives to the more common MSCI benchmark. However, its smaller AUM compared to KSA presents a disadvantage in terms of liquidity and trading volume.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
FLSA's volatility reflects the volatility of the Saudi Arabian stock market.
Market Risk
Specific risks include political instability in the region, fluctuations in oil prices, and regulatory changes in Saudi Arabia.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking exposure to the Saudi Arabian stock market for diversification purposes or to capitalize on growth opportunities in the region are the ideal investors.
Market Risk
This ETF is suitable for long-term investors and may be suitable for some active traders given adequate liquidity.
Summary
The Franklin FTSE Saudi Arabia ETF (FLSA) provides targeted exposure to Saudi Arabian equities. The ETF is designed to track the FTSE Saudi Arabia Capped Index. Its low expense ratio and passive management approach offer cost-effective access to this emerging market. However, investors should consider the risks associated with investing in a single country, particularly in a volatile region with economic sensitivity to oil prices. Investors must also consider that the fund has relatively small assets under management when compared to competitors.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Franklin Templeton Website
- FTSE Russell
- ETF.com
- Bloomberg
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a financial advisor. Market share estimates are approximate.
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 Franklin FTSE Saudi Arabia ETF
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Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the index and in depositary receipts representing such securities. The index is based on the FTSE Saudi Arabia Index and is designed to measure the performance of Saudi Arabian large- and mid-capitalization stocks. The fund will concentrate its investments in a particular industry or group of industries to approximately the same extent that the index is concentrated. It is non-diversified.

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