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Fidelity Small-Mid Factor (FSMD)

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08/29/2025: FSMD (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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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 31.24%
Avg. Invested days 94
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Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 1.04
52 Weeks Range 33.83 - 44.69
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 33.83 - 44.69
Updated Date 06/30/2025

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Fidelity Small-Mid Factor

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ETF Overview

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Fidelity Small-Mid Factor ETF (FSMO) aims to provide investment returns that correspond to the performance of the Russell RAFI US Small-Mid Index, reflecting a factor-based approach to small and mid-cap stocks.

reliability logo Reputation and Reliability

Fidelity is a well-established and reputable asset manager with a long history in the financial industry.

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Fidelity has a team of experienced investment professionals managing its ETFs and mutual funds.

Investment Objective

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To provide investment returns that correspond to the performance of the Russell RAFI US Small-Mid Index.

Investment Approach and Strategy

Strategy: Tracks the Russell RAFI US Small-Mid Index, which uses fundamental measures rather than market capitalization to weight securities.

Composition Primarily holds stocks of small and mid-sized U.S. companies.

Market Position

Market Share: FSMO has a smaller market share compared to broad market ETFs, but its factor-based strategy attracts a specific investor base.

Total Net Assets (AUM): 300000000

Competitors

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  • IJR
  • VIOV
  • AVUV

Competitive Landscape

The small-mid cap ETF market is competitive. FSMO differentiates itself with its fundamental indexing methodology, but faces competition from market-cap weighted ETFs like IJR. FSMO's fundamental weighting could outperform market-cap weighting in certain market conditions, but might underperform in others. The size and AUM of competitors gives them more efficiency in some instances.

Financial Performance

Historical Performance: Historical performance data is available from Fidelity and financial data providers.

Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance should be compared to the Russell RAFI US Small-Mid Index.

Expense Ratio: 0.29

Liquidity

Average Trading Volume

The average trading volume is moderate, which may affect order execution costs, especially for large trades.

Bid-Ask Spread

The bid-ask spread is generally tight, but may widen during periods of market volatility.

Market Dynamics

Market Environment Factors

Economic growth, interest rate changes, and sector-specific trends can affect FSMO's performance.

Growth Trajectory

The growth trajectory depends on the popularity of factor-based investing and the performance of small and mid-cap stocks.

Moat and Competitive Advantages

Competitive Edge

FSMO's fundamental indexing strategy differentiates it from market-cap weighted ETFs, potentially leading to better risk-adjusted returns. Fidelity's established brand and distribution network provide a competitive advantage. The factor-based approach may outperform in certain economic environments where fundamentally strong companies are favored. The fund's expense ratio is competitive within its peer group. It gives investors access to this factor-based strategy in a cost-effective way.

Risk Analysis

Volatility

FSMO's volatility is similar to other small and mid-cap ETFs.

Market Risk

FSMO is subject to market risk, including the risk of losses due to economic downturns or changes in investor sentiment.

Investor Profile

Ideal Investor Profile

Investors seeking exposure to small and mid-cap stocks with a factor-based approach, and who believe in the long-term benefits of fundamental indexing.

Market Risk

Suitable for long-term investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with factor-based strategies.

Summary

Fidelity Small-Mid Factor ETF (FSMO) offers a factor-based approach to investing in small and mid-cap stocks, tracking the Russell RAFI US Small-Mid Index. It appeals to investors seeking diversification through fundamentally weighted stocks. While it competes with traditional market-cap weighted ETFs, its factor strategy aims for potentially better risk-adjusted returns. Fidelity's reputation and competitive expense ratio add to its appeal, making it a suitable choice for long-term investors. However investors should be aware of associated market risks.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Fidelity Investments
  • Morningstar
  • ETF.com

Disclaimers:

The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Market share data is approximate and may vary depending on the source and date.

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About Fidelity Small-Mid Factor

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The fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in securities included in the Fidelity Small-Mid Multifactor Index", which is designed to reflect the performance of stocks of small- and mid-capitalization U.S. companies with attractive valuations, high quality profiles, positive momentum signals, and lower volatility than the broader market, as represented by the Fidelity U.S. Extended Investable Market Index".