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Global X Video Games & Esports ETF (HERO)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/04/2025: HERO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 8.77% | Avg. Invested days 59 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/04/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.08 | 52 Weeks Range 20.21 - 32.45 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 20.21 - 32.45 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
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Global X Video Games & Esports ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The Global X Video Games & Esports ETF (HERO) seeks to invest in companies that develop or publish video games, facilitate the streaming and distribution of video game or esports content, own and operate esports leagues or teams, or produce hardware used in video games and esports. It provides targeted exposure to a high-growth industry.
Reputation and Reliability
Global X is a well-established ETF provider known for its thematic and innovative investment strategies. It has a proven track record of managing ETFs.
Management Expertise
Global X's management team has expertise in thematic investing and ETF management, demonstrated by its diverse range of successful ETFs.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the Solactive Video Games & Esports Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Tracks the Solactive Video Games & Esports Index, a benchmark index designed to provide exposure to companies involved in the video games and esports industries.
Composition Primarily holds stocks of companies involved in video game development, esports, and related technologies. The holdings are generally concentrated within the technology and consumer discretionary sectors.
Market Position
Market Share: HERO holds a notable, though not dominant, market share within the video games and esports ETF sector.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 233780182.72
Competitors
Key Competitors
- HERO
- ESPO
- ACTV
- GAMR
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape is characterized by several ETFs vying for investor capital. HERO's strengths lie in Global X's established brand, while ESPO offers a similar investment approach. GAMR has been in the market longer. Competition revolves around tracking error, expense ratios, and AUM.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies based on the period, influenced by the overall performance of the video game and esports industries. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Benchmark Comparison: Performance should be compared against the Solactive Video Games & Esports Index to assess tracking efficiency.
Expense Ratio: 0.5
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF's average trading volume indicates moderate liquidity, generally sufficient for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, reflecting adequate liquidity and efficient trading.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Growth in the video game and esports industries, technological advancements, and consumer spending trends influence the ETF's performance. Economic conditions and geopolitical factors also play a role.
Growth Trajectory
The ETF's growth trajectory depends on the continued expansion of the video games and esports markets. Changes in holdings are driven by index rebalancing and market capitalization adjustments.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
HERO's competitive advantage lies in its well-defined focus on the video games and esports industries and in Global X's reputation. Its relatively low expense ratio compared to peers enhances its attractiveness. The ETF offers focused exposure to a high-growth sector, attracting investors looking for thematic investment. The ETF is likely to continue to have a competitive advantage due to brand recognition and market penetration.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
The ETF exhibits moderate volatility, reflecting the growth-oriented nature of the video game and esports sectors.
Market Risk
The ETF is subject to market risk associated with the technology and consumer discretionary sectors. It's also subject to industry-specific risks related to competition, regulation, and technological disruption.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ETF is suitable for investors seeking targeted exposure to the video game and esports industries and who are comfortable with moderate risk and volatility.
Market Risk
Best suited for long-term investors with a growth-oriented investment strategy. It can also be used by active traders looking to capitalize on short-term trends in the video game and esports sectors.
Summary
Global X Video Games & Esports ETF (HERO) provides targeted exposure to the burgeoning video games and esports industries. While the fund is not the largest of its peers it has established itself as a key player in the sector and has a decent trading volume. HERO is exposed to a growth sector, and investors need to have a high tolerance for risk. This ETF is suitable for investors that believe the video game and esports sector will continue to outperform the greater market.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Global X ETFs Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
- Solactive Indices Website
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and a thorough understanding of the risks involved.
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.
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About Global X Video Games & Esports ETF
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The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in the securities of the underlying index and in American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs) based on the securities in the underlying index. The underlying index is designed to provide exposure to exchange-listed companies that are positioned to benefit from increased consumption related to video games and esports. It is non-diversified.
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