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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/31/2025: OIH (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -11.61% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.28 | 52 Weeks Range 191.21 - 333.20 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 191.21 - 333.20 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
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VanEck Oil Services ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The VanEck Oil Services ETF (OIH) seeks to replicate as closely as possible, before fees and expenses, the price and yield performance of the MVISu00ae US Listed Oil Services 25 Index. The fund primarily invests in companies involved in oil services, including oil and gas drilling, exploration, production, and related services.
Reputation and Reliability
VanEck is a well-established ETF provider with a history of offering specialized investment products. They are known for their expertise in niche market segments.
Management Expertise
VanEck has a dedicated team of investment professionals with experience in managing sector-specific ETFs.
Investment Objective
Goal
To replicate as closely as possible the price and yield performance of the MVISu00ae US Listed Oil Services 25 Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF tracks the MVISu00ae US Listed Oil Services 25 Index, a rules-based index designed to represent the performance of the largest and most liquid US-listed companies in the oil services sector.
Composition Primarily composed of stocks of companies involved in oil and gas drilling, exploration, production, and related services. Focus on companies that provide services to the oil and gas industry rather than integrated oil companies.
Market Position
Market Share: OIH holds a significant market share, but it varies with market conditions and investor sentiment.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 2371426218
Competitors
Key Competitors
- SLB
- HAL
- BKR
- NOV
Competitive Landscape
The oil services ETF market is concentrated among a few major players. OIH benefits from VanEck's specialized focus and brand recognition, but faces competition from other ETFs with potentially lower expense ratios or different weighting methodologies. OIH has more exposure to oil service companies than its competitors.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance is influenced by oil prices, geopolitical events, and the overall health of the energy sector.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance is closely correlated with the MVISu00ae US Listed Oil Services 25 Index.
Expense Ratio: 0.35
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
OIH typically has a high average trading volume, indicating good liquidity.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, reflecting the ETF's liquidity.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Oil prices, global demand for energy, technological advancements in drilling, and regulatory policies significantly impact OIH.
Growth Trajectory
The ETF's growth is tied to the oil and gas industry's expansion and increased investments in exploration and production.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
OIH's competitive edge lies in its established position as a leading oil services ETF, VanEck's specialization in sector-specific ETFs, and the fund's focus on pure-play oil service companies. The ETF benefits from its first-mover advantage. OIH has a relatively high trading volume which benefits both institutional and retail clients. The brand recognition and fund name is easily recognized.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
OIH is known for its higher volatility, reflecting the cyclical nature of the oil and gas industry.
Market Risk
The ETF is subject to market risk related to oil price fluctuations, geopolitical events, and changes in energy demand.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking exposure to the oil services sector, who are willing to accept higher volatility and have a higher risk tolerance.
Market Risk
Best suited for investors with a higher risk tolerance who want exposure to the energy sector, particularly oil services, and are comfortable with short to medium-term investment horizons.
Summary
OIH is a well-established ETF that offers targeted exposure to the oil services sector, tracking the MVISu00ae US Listed Oil Services 25 Index. Its performance is closely tied to the fluctuations in oil prices and the overall health of the energy sector. The ETF is suitable for investors with a higher risk tolerance seeking sector-specific exposure. However, it also exhibits a higher volatility compared to its benchmark. OIH's expense ratio is slightly higher than competitor's, but the trading volume offers attractive benefit to its investors.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- VanEck website
- ETF.com
- Bloomberg
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and after consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
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 VanEck Oil Services ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise the fund's benchmark index. The index includes common stocks and depositary receipts of U.S. exchange-listed companies in the oil services segment. Such companies may include small- and medium-capitalization companies and foreign companies that are listed on a U.S. exchange. The fund is non-diversified.

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