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Amplify Cybersecurity ETF(HACK)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for HACK
11/13/2026: HACK (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
HACK provides targeted, global exposure to the cybersecurity industry by tracking the Nasdaq CTA Cybersecurity Index. Its primary strength lies in its long-standing track record and high liquidity, making it a reliable tool for investors who want to capitalize on secular growth in digital security. The fund is best used as a thematic satellite position in a diversified portfolio, rather than a core holding. Investors should be aware of the sector-specific concentration risk and the tendency for high valuations in cybersecurity stocks. It is most appropriate for growth-oriented investors who can monitor industry trends and manage higher volatility.
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 | Strong fit | The cybersecurity sector provides secular growth opportunities aligned with digital transformation. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The fund captures significant upside during periods of strong sector-wide performance. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | Cybersecurity companies often trade at high price-to-earnings multiples due to high growth expectations. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The fund focuses on capital appreciation and provides minimal to no dividend yield. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The fund is concentrated in a single sector, leading to higher volatility than broad market indices. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a growth-oriented individual or institution looking for thematic exposure to the cybersecurity industry as a long-term tactical holding.
Suitability
HACK is best suited for long-term investors willing to tolerate higher volatility in exchange for exposure to a secular growth theme.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | The tech-heavy nature of the sector makes the fund sensitive to broader market swings. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund is subject to general equity market downturns and interest rate sensitivity. |
| Concentration | High | Focusing exclusively on cybersecurity leaves the fund vulnerable to industry-specific regulatory or competitive shifts. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund tracks its index efficiently, though the 0.60% expense ratio is higher than broad market ETFs. |
| Liquidity | Low | High trading volume generally allows for easy entry and exit. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The cybersecurity industry consists of both established firms and smaller, high-risk growth companies. |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
This fund is not assigned to one sector.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
HACK exhibits higher historical volatility than the S&P 500, characteristic of sector-specific technology ETFs.
Market Risk
The fund is highly sensitive to the beta of the technology sector and overall market sentiment regarding high-growth equities.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Cybersecurity Software & Services | 65 | This represents the core of the portfolio, focusing on companies that develop software to protect data and networks. |
| Industry | IT Infrastructure & Hardware | 25 | These companies provide the foundational hardware and network security equipment necessary for organizational defense. |
| Cash/collateral | 10 | A small portion of the fund is held in cash or cash equivalents to manage liquidity and daily rebalancing needs. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 63.04% | Avg. Invested days 70 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
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