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Pacer Funds Trust - Metaurus US Large Cap Target Dividend 400 ETF(QDPL)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for QDPL
10/28/2026: QDPL (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Pacer Metaurus US Large Cap Target Dividend 400 ETF (QDPL) offers a distinct investment strategy by separating the dividend component of the S&P 500 from the underlying price movement of the index. This structure allows investors to access a targeted dividend stream while maintaining broad large-cap US equity exposure. Its main strengths include a disciplined rules-based approach and the potential for consistent income generation, though it carries higher expenses than standard passive funds and involves derivative-related complexity. It is primarily suitable for long-term dividend-focused investors, provided they understand the risks associated with broad market exposure and the fund's specific derivative-based strategy.
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 | While it captures equity growth, it is more focused on income than pure capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | This fund's strategy is not designed to capture short-term momentum or high-beta stock movements. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | It holds value-heavy S&P 500 stocks but emphasizes dividend income over fundamental valuation screening. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | The fund is specifically designed to provide targeted dividend income exposure for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | It remains exposed to the broad equity market, meaning it is not suitable for those requiring capital preservation. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Income-seeking investors who want exposure to the US equity market while prioritizing the dividend component.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term investors looking for a systematic way to generate equity-linked income.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium | As an equity-based fund, it remains subject to overall stock market fluctuations. |
| Market risk | High | The fund is fully invested in large-cap equities and is therefore exposed to systemic market decline. |
| Concentration | Medium | The portfolio is concentrated in S&P 500 companies, mirroring the risk of the broader US large-cap market. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund generally tracks its specific dividend index with high efficiency and reasonable fees. |
| Liquidity | Low | While the underlying assets are highly liquid, smaller ETFs can occasionally face wider spreads in extreme volatility. |
| Business/sector quality | Low | Exposure to blue-chip S&P 500 companies limits risk related to individual business failure. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
QDPL exhibits moderate volatility, primarily driven by the underlying S&P 500 equity components.
Market Risk
The fund carries significant market risk as its performance is intrinsically tied to the price movement of the S&P 500.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market capitalization | S&P 500 Equities | 90 | This exposure provides the core price movement of large-cap US stocks. |
| Derivatives | S&P 500 Dividend Futures | 10 | These instruments are utilized to capture the dividend yield component independent of price changes. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 43.46% | Avg. Invested days 72 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/28/2026 |
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