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Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF(NCIQ)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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- Profit
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NCIQ
11/06/2026: NCIQ (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
NCIQ offers diversified exposure to the digital asset market by tracking the Nasdaq Crypto Index, primarily holding Bitcoin and Ethereum. Its main strength lies in providing a regulated, systematic way to invest in crypto without the security risks of self-custody. It is designed for growth-oriented investors to include digital assets in their portfolio. However, it faces high volatility, concentration, and regulatory risks, making it unsuitable for risk-averse or income-focused investors. Monitoring regulatory developments and broad market sentiment remains critical for users of this ETF.
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 | Crypto assets represent high-growth potential within a modern portfolio. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The index captures significant trends in the digital asset space when momentum is favorable. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | Digital assets generally lack traditional cash-flow based valuation metrics. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The underlying assets do not produce dividend or interest income. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The extreme volatility of crypto assets makes this unsuitable for conservative portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is an aggressive, risk-tolerant individual seeking diversified exposure to digital assets without the operational burdens of self-custody.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term investors looking to build crypto exposure into a broader growth-oriented portfolio.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Crypto assets are subject to rapid and extreme price fluctuations. |
| Market risk | High | The entire sector is susceptible to macroeconomic shifts and regulatory news. |
| Concentration | Medium / high | The index is heavily weighted toward the two largest crypto assets. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | Costs and tracking errors can deviate returns from the raw index performance. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Underlying crypto liquidity can impact execution prices during market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | High | The evolving regulatory environment poses significant business continuity risks. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
NCIQ exhibits high beta relative to traditional markets, driven by the inherent nature of crypto assets.
Market Risk
Risks include regulatory changes, cybersecurity threats, and sensitivity to global liquidity cycles.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commodity | Bitcoin (BTC) | 70 | Bitcoin serves as the primary component of the index due to its market dominance. |
| Commodity | Ethereum (ETH) | 25 | Ethereum provides significant exposure to the leading programmable blockchain platform. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 5 | Small cash allocations are maintained for operational liquidity and trade settlement. |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -2.18% | Avg. Invested days 43 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/06/2026 |
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