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Global X NASDAQ 100® Collar 95-110 ETF(QCLR)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for QCLR
10/28/2026: QCLR (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
QCLR provides investors with exposure to the Nasdaq-100 index while implementing an automated collar strategy to buffer against major downside. Its main strengths include systemic risk management and professional options execution, making it a valuable tool for risk-conscious growth investors. It functions best as a core defensive component of a portfolio for those wanting to maintain equity exposure while limiting drawdowns. Key risks include the cap on upside performance and the potential for loss if the index falls more than 5%. It is most suitable for investors who value stability over capturing every point of market gains.
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 | Mixed fit | The upside cap limits the potential for extreme growth during strong bull markets. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The collar strategy is designed to dampen the effects of strong directional momentum. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | It provides a mechanism to protect the value of technology holdings against major drawdowns. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | While not a pure income fund, it manages risk which may appeal to conservative income seekers. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | The built-in downside protection makes it an excellent choice for those wanting tech exposure with reduced risk. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
An investor who is bullish on the long-term potential of the Nasdaq-100 but risk-averse to short-term market crashes.
Suitability
Best for long-term investors seeking a 'sleep well at night' solution for their tech holdings, rather than active traders.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium | The collar strategy is designed to dampen, but not eliminate, market volatility. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund remains exposed to the equity market and still carries risk of losses up to the put strike level. |
| Concentration | High | It is highly concentrated in the technology-heavy Nasdaq-100 index. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The management fee is higher than passive index trackers due to the complexity of the options strategy. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Options-based ETFs can experience wider spreads during market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The quality of the portfolio is determined by the underlying constituents of the Nasdaq-100. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
QCLR generally exhibits lower realized volatility than the Nasdaq-100 index due to its collar hedge.
Market Risk
The fund carries market risk because the protection is limited to 95% of the initial value; losses beyond this are fully exposed.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single stock | Nasdaq-100 Index Components | 100 | The fund holds a portfolio of stocks designed to replicate the Nasdaq-100 Index performance. |
| Derivatives | Long Put Options (95% strike) | These options act as a hedge to limit losses if the Nasdaq-100 drops below 95% of its initial value. | |
| Derivatives | Short Call Options (110% strike) | These options cap the potential upside of the fund at 10% gains during the collar period. |
Price Behavior
Flat / Range-Bound
The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 27.7% | Avg. Invested days 65 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/28/2026 |
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