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Roundhill Video Games ETF (NERD)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/10/2025: NERD (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 21.52% | Avg. Invested days 52 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/10/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.15 | 52 Weeks Range 14.26 - 26.59 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 14.26 - 26.59 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Roundhill Video Games ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The Roundhill Video Games ETF (NERD) seeks to provide investment results that correspond, before fees and expenses, to the performance of the Roundhill Video Games Index. It primarily focuses on companies involved in the video game industry, encompassing game developers, publishers, hardware manufacturers, and streaming services.
Reputation and Reliability
Roundhill Investments is a relatively newer ETF issuer focused on thematic investing. They have built a reputation for identifying and launching ETFs that target specific investment themes. While relatively new, their focus allows for more targeted thematic exposure.
Management Expertise
Roundhill's management team comprises individuals with experience in the ETF industry and thematic investing, indicating a sound understanding of market trends and sector analysis.
Investment Objective
Goal
The ETF's primary investment goal is to track the performance of the Roundhill Video Games Index, offering investors exposure to the video game industry.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF aims to track the performance of the Roundhill Video Games Index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of companies involved in the video game industry.
Market Position
Market Share: NERD's market share is moderate among video game ETFs.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 59070000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- ESPO
- GAMR
Competitive Landscape
The video game ETF market is moderately competitive. NERD's advantage lies in its specific index. Disadvantages are its smaller AUM and trading volume compared to ESPO and GAMR.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data requires accessing current financial data sources.
Benchmark Comparison: Benchmark comparison requires accessing current financial data sources.
Expense Ratio: 0.5
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume of NERD is moderate, making it reasonably liquid.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically moderate, reflecting the ETF's liquidity.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Factors affecting NERD include the growth of the video game industry, technological advancements, and consumer spending trends.
Growth Trajectory
Growth trends are influenced by the expansion of esports, streaming, and the development of new gaming technologies. Changes to strategy reflect sector trends.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
Roundhill Video Games ETF offers targeted exposure to the video game industry. The ETF specifically targets the Roundhill Video Games Index. Its targeted approach can offer advantages in a growing market. However, investors should consider its smaller AUM and trading volume compared to larger competitors.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Historical volatility data requires accessing current financial data sources.
Market Risk
Market risks include fluctuations in the video game industry, technological obsolescence, and changes in consumer preferences.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is someone seeking targeted exposure to the video game industry and is comfortable with sector-specific risk.
Market Risk
NERD is more suitable for investors seeking thematic exposure with a medium-to-long-term horizon.
Summary
The Roundhill Video Games ETF provides targeted exposure to the video game industry. It tracks the Roundhill Video Games Index and holds stocks of companies involved in gaming. Its smaller AUM and trading volume compared to competitors may be considered. The ETF is suitable for investors seeking thematic exposure with a medium-to-long-term investment horizon.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Roundhill Investments Website
- ETF.com
- Bloomberg
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Market data is subject to change.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Roundhill Video Games ETF
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The fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in companies that are economically tied to the Video Games Industry. The index tracks the performance of the common stock of exchange-listed companies engaged in video game publishing and/or video game development. The fund is non-diversified.
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