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iShares Global Clean Energy ETF(ICLN)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ICLN
11/13/2026: ICLN (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
ICLN provides broad, liquid exposure to the global clean energy sector by tracking the S&P Global Clean Energy Index. It is an ideal choice for investors seeking a passive, cost-effective way to gain exposure to the energy transition. Its main strengths are high liquidity and issuer reliability, though investors must be prepared for volatility tied to interest rates and regulatory policy. It is best used as a long-term satellite holding rather than a core portfolio asset. Investors should monitor shifts in climate policy and global energy capital expenditures as key indicators for the sector.
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 clean energy sector offers significant long-term growth potential driven by global decarbonization. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The sector often experiences strong rallies during favorable regulatory cycles or shifts in energy policy. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Many clean energy firms are in early growth stages and may not trade based on traditional value metrics. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The focus is primarily on capital appreciation rather than consistent high dividend yield. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The high volatility of the renewable energy sector makes it unsuitable for conservative, risk-averse portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking long-term growth through the energy transition who can tolerate significant short-term volatility.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term growth-oriented portfolios as a thematic satellite position.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | The sector is prone to sharp price swings driven by policy uncertainty and interest rates. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | General market downturns can disproportionately affect high-beta thematic funds. |
| Concentration | Medium | The portfolio is concentrated in a single industry, increasing sensitivity to sector-specific shocks. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The expense ratio is reasonable and tracking error is generally well-managed. |
| Liquidity | Low | The high volume of ICLN ensures liquidity risk for the investor is minimal. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | Success depends on the long-term viability of renewable energy business models. |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
This fund is not assigned to one sector.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
ICLN exhibits higher-than-average beta, making it more volatile than the broader S&P 500 index.
Market Risk
The fund is heavily exposed to systemic policy risk, regulatory changes, and interest rate movements.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Renewable Energy Equipment & Services | 45 | Provides direct exposure to manufacturers of solar panels, wind turbines, and related clean tech components. |
| Industry | Electric Utilities | 35 | Includes companies generating electricity from renewable sources, providing a more stable, dividend-yielding component. |
| Geography | Global Equities (US, China, Europe) | 15 | Offers geographic diversification by including clean energy leaders across major global markets. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Equivalents | 5 | Maintains a small liquidity buffer for daily operations and tracking error management. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 21.6% | Avg. Invested days 45 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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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