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Principal U.S. Small-Cap Multi-Factor ETF (PSC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/31/2025: PSC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 23.51% | Avg. Invested days 71 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/31/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.13 | 52 Weeks Range 42.36 - 57.02 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 42.36 - 57.02 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Principal U.S. Small-Cap Multi-Factor ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The Principal U.S. Small-Cap Multi-Factor ETF (PSC) aims to provide investment results that closely correspond, before fees and expenses, to the performance of the Nasdaq US Small Cap Select Leaders Index. It focuses on U.S. small-cap companies exhibiting desirable investment characteristics like value, quality, momentum, and low volatility.
Reputation and Reliability
Principal Funds is a well-established asset manager with a long history of providing investment solutions.
Management Expertise
Principal Funds has a team of experienced portfolio managers and analysts dedicated to factor-based investing.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the performance of the Nasdaq US Small Cap Select Leaders Index, providing exposure to U.S. small-cap stocks with multi-factor characteristics.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF tracks a specific index, the Nasdaq US Small Cap Select Leaders Index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds U.S. small-cap stocks selected based on multi-factor criteria.
Market Position
Market Share: Data unavailable.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 340000000.0
Competitors
Key Competitors
- IJR (iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF)
- VIOV (Vanguard S&P Small-Cap Value ETF)
- AVUV (Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value ETF)
Competitive Landscape
The small-cap ETF market is highly competitive. PSC differentiates itself with its multi-factor approach. Competitors offer broader market exposure or focus on different factors. PSC's multi-factor approach may provide enhanced returns but also adds complexity.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data is unavailable in the specified format.
Benchmark Comparison: Benchmark comparison data is unavailable in the specified format.
Expense Ratio: 0.39
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume indicates adequate liquidity for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread provides an indication of the cost of trading, with lower spreads being more favorable.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators, sector growth prospects, and market conditions can affect PSC's performance. Small-cap stocks are often more sensitive to economic changes.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on the success of its multi-factor strategy and the overall performance of small-cap stocks. Changes to the underlying index or investment strategy could impact its trajectory.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
PSC's competitive edge lies in its multi-factor approach to selecting small-cap stocks, aiming to capture enhanced returns compared to traditional market-cap-weighted indexes. This strategy incorporates value, quality, momentum, and low volatility factors. The ETF seeks to provide a more sophisticated and potentially higher-performing alternative. Principal's experience in factor-based investing further strengthens its competitive position.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Small-cap stocks can be more volatile than large-cap stocks, potentially leading to greater price fluctuations for PSC.
Market Risk
Specific risks include fluctuations in the value of small-cap stocks, sector-specific risks, and the potential for underperformance compared to the broader market.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is one seeking exposure to small-cap stocks with a multi-factor investment strategy. Investors should have a moderate to high risk tolerance and a long-term investment horizon.
Market Risk
PSC is suitable for long-term investors seeking enhanced returns through factor-based investing.
Summary
The Principal U.S. Small-Cap Multi-Factor ETF (PSC) offers exposure to U.S. small-cap stocks selected based on multi-factor characteristics like value, quality, momentum, and low volatility. It aims to outperform traditional market-cap-weighted indexes by capturing these factor premiums. Investors should consider its small-cap focus, multi-factor strategy, and associated risks. While offering a potentially superior return profile, it carries inherent volatility and market-related risks common to small-cap investments.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Principal Funds Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data may not be precise and could be dated. Consult with a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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 Principal U.S. Small-Cap Multi-Factor ETF
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Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus any borrowings for investment purposes, in equity securities of U.S. companies with small market capitalizations at the time of purchase. For this fund, companies with small market capitalizations are those with market capitalizations within the range of companies comprising the Russell 2000 Index.
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