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U.S. Global Jets ETF(JETS)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for JETS
09/28/2026: JETS (5-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
JETS provides targeted exposure to the global airline industry, including passenger carriers and aircraft manufacturers. Its primary strength lies in its status as the most liquid and direct way to access this specific theme. It serves as a tactical vehicle for investors seeking to capitalize on cyclical trends in air travel rather than a core long-term holding. Key risks include high industry volatility, sensitivity to fuel and economic cycles, and sector-specific concentration. It is best suited for sophisticated investors who monitor macro travel trends and can tolerate significant drawdowns.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Airlines can offer growth during travel booms but are prone to significant cyclical downturns. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The sector often experiences sharp price trends driven by macro news, making it suitable for tactical momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Airlines are often traded at low price-to-earnings multiples, appealing to contrarian value seekers. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The industry is capital-intensive and historically erratic with dividend payments, making it poor for income seekers. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility and sensitivity to economic cycles make this an unsuitable choice for risk-averse portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is an active trader or a thematic investor looking for targeted exposure to the aviation industry recovery.
Suitability
It is best suited for tactical, medium-term allocations rather than long-term 'buy and hold' core portfolio foundations.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Airline stocks are prone to large price swings based on macro and operational news. |
| Market risk | High | The sector is highly sensitive to broad economic health and consumer travel sentiment. |
| Concentration | High | The fund is concentrated in a single industry, offering limited diversification against sector-specific shocks. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund generally tracks its index effectively despite the 0.60% expense ratio. |
| Liquidity | Low | JETS maintains high secondary market liquidity despite the volatility of its constituents. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | Airlines face structural challenges including intense competition, high fixed costs, and regulatory sensitivity. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
JETS exhibits higher volatility than the broader market due to the cyclical and sensitive nature of the airline industry.
Market Risk
Investors face significant beta to the consumer discretionary sector and are susceptible to macro shocks impacting energy and labor costs.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry | Passenger Airlines | 65 | This segment drives the majority of the fund's performance based on air travel demand. |
| Industry | Aircraft Manufacturers | 25 | Companies that build aircraft provide a hedge through exposure to long-term fleet modernization cycles. |
| Industry | Airport Services & Logistics | 8 | These holdings provide exposure to essential infrastructure supporting global aviation traffic. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 2 | Small residual cash position maintained for liquidity and fund operations. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 31.78% | Avg. Invested days 51 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/28/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Sep 28, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $847.38M |
| Issuer | U.S. Global Investors |
| Expense Ratio | 0.6% |
| Distribution Yield | 0.82% |
| Inception | Apr 30, 2015 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +1.50% |
| 1 Year | +15.26% |
| 3 Year | +18.85% |
| 5 Year | +3.66% |
| 10 Year | +2.79% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 30.56% |
| 3Y Volatility | 28.96% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0.45 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
| Sustainability Rating | 3 / 5 |
| Benchmark | MSCI ACWI NR USD |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mid Cap | 43.43% |
| Micro Cap | 18.26% |
| Small Cap | 17.97% |
| Large Cap | 16.16% |
| Mega Cap | 0.93% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Industrials | 89.80% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 7.37% |
| Technology | 2.83% |
| Basic Materials | 0.00% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 11.59x |
| Portfolio P/B | 1.72x |
| Portfolio P/S | 0.4x |
| Holdings Turnover | 44.0% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 11.29% |
| Delta Air Lines | 10.94% |
| American Airlines Group | 10.89% |
| United Airlines Holdings | 10.80% |
| SkyWest | 3.69% |
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