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iPath® Series B Carbon ETN(GRN)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GRN
11/13/2026: GRN (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 147 days. Simulated Profits (16.42%). Updated daily EoD!
GRN provides targeted exposure to the performance of global carbon emission allowance futures through an ETN structure issued by Barclays. Its primary strength is offering a K-1 free way to access this niche commodity market, though it carries inherent issuer credit risk. It is best used as a tactical tool to express a view on climate policy and industrial emissions rather than a core long-term investment. Investors must monitor regulatory announcements and the credit health of the issuer, as carbon prices are highly volatile. It is most suitable for sophisticated traders comfortable with the specific risks of commodity futures and debt-based instruments.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | It offers exposure to an emerging 'green' asset class, though it is a commodity-linked instrument rather than a growth equity. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The carbon market often moves in strong, sentiment-driven trends that can be exploited by momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | There is no fundamental valuation metric like P/E ratio for carbon allowances, making it unsuitable for traditional value investing. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | This product does not generate yield or pay dividends. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | This is a high-volatility, policy-sensitive instrument inappropriate for risk-averse portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Sophisticated, risk-tolerant investors looking to hedge or speculate on the price of carbon emissions as part of a tactical portfolio allocation.
Suitability
Primarily for tactical traders; not suitable for long-term buy-and-hold investors due to the ETN structure and commodity price volatility.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Commodity futures are prone to sharp, rapid price changes based on news cycles. |
| Market risk | High | The value of the note is tied to the price of carbon, which is heavily influenced by regulatory policy. |
| Concentration | High | The product is entirely focused on one commodity sector, lacking diversification. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | Tracking error and the 0.75% expense ratio can drag on long-term performance. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Exit liquidity can be limited during market panics. |
| Business/sector quality | High | As an ETN, the investor faces the credit risk of the issuer, Barclays. |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
This fund is not assigned to one sector.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Extremely high; subject to sudden price shocks based on policy and weather events.
Market Risk
High sensitivity to regulatory risk and industrial economic cycles.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commodity | Carbon Emission Allowance Futures | 98 | This exposure provides direct price correlation to global carbon credit markets, which are driven by regulatory policy. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 2 | Small cash reserves are held for operational liquidity and collateral management. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 21.92% | Avg. Invested days 76 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
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