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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: REK (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
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 -14.49% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta -1.05 | 52 Weeks Range 15.32 - 19.44 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 15.32 - 19.44 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
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ProShares Short Real Estate
ETF Overview
Overview
ProShares Short Real Estate (REK) seeks daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to the inverse (-1x) of the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Real Estate Index. It is designed for investors seeking to profit from a decline in the real estate sector. The fund uses derivatives, primarily swaps, to achieve its investment objective.
Reputation and Reliability
ProShares is a well-established issuer known for its leveraged and inverse ETFs. They have a significant track record in providing complex investment products.
Management Expertise
ProShares has a dedicated team of investment professionals specializing in managing inverse and leveraged ETFs. They possess expertise in using derivatives to achieve specific investment objectives.
Investment Objective
Goal
To seek daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to the inverse (-1x) of the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Real Estate Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a strategy of using derivatives, primarily swaps, to achieve the inverse (-1x) of the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Real Estate Index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds swap agreements, financial instruments designed to provide inverse exposure to the Dow Jones U.S. Real Estate Index. Actual holdings vary based on market conditions.
Market Position
Market Share: REK's market share is limited given its niche focus on inverse real estate exposure.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 44850000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- DRV
- SRS
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape includes other inverse and leveraged real estate ETFs. REK's advantage lies in its focused inverse exposure. A disadvantage compared to less specialized ETFs is a smaller investor base and potentially lower liquidity.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Due to its inverse nature, historical performance is directly tied to the inverse performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Real Estate Index. The ETF's performance will vary depending on the time period analyzed, reflecting the performance of the real estate market.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF is designed to deliver the inverse of the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Real Estate Index. Performance should be compared against this benchmark to assess tracking effectiveness.
Expense Ratio: 0.95
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average daily trading volume of REK indicates moderate liquidity, allowing investors to enter and exit positions relatively easily.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread varies, but is typically manageable, though it widens during periods of market volatility.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators, interest rate changes, housing market trends, and overall real estate sector performance heavily influence REK.
Growth Trajectory
REK's growth trajectory is dependent on the performance of the real estate sector. Periods of real estate decline may see increased interest and investment in REK.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
REK's competitive edge lies in its focused inverse exposure to the U.S. real estate sector, offering a specific tool for investors seeking to profit from anticipated declines. It allows investors to easily take a short position in the real estate market without directly shorting individual real estate stocks. ProShares' reputation as a reputable ETF provider contributes to its appeal. The ETF is suited to sophisticated investors, which offers a niche market.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
REK is inherently volatile due to its inverse nature and the leveraged effect of the derivatives used.
Market Risk
Market risk is high due to the direct link to the real estate sector. Factors affecting the real estate market, such as interest rates and economic conditions, can significantly impact REK's performance.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a sophisticated investor with a short-term outlook who understands inverse ETFs and is seeking to profit from an expected decline in the U.S. real estate sector. This is NOT a buy-and-hold investment.
Market Risk
REK is best suited for active traders or those seeking short-term tactical positions rather than long-term investors due to its daily reset and compounding effects, which can lead to unexpected outcomes over longer periods.
Summary
ProShares Short Real Estate (REK) is an inverse ETF designed to deliver the opposite of the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Real Estate Index. It utilizes derivatives to achieve this objective and is suitable for sophisticated investors with a short-term outlook who anticipate a decline in the real estate sector. Due to its leveraged nature and daily reset, it is not a suitable long-term investment. Investors should carefully consider the risks associated with inverse ETFs before investing. REK provides a targeted tool for expressing bearish views on real estate.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- ProShares Official Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investment decisions should be based on your own research and risk tolerance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Inverse ETFs carry significant risks.
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 ProShares Short Real Estate
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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The fund invests in financial instruments that ProShare Advisors believes, in combination, should produce daily returns consistent with the Daily Target. The index is designed to measure the performance of real estate companies included in the S&P 500 Index. Under normal circumstances, the fund will obtain inverse exposure to at least 80% of its total assets in components of the index or in instruments with similar economic characteristics. The fund is non-diversified.
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