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U.S. Global Sea to Sky Cargo ETF(SEA)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SEA
10/28/2026: SEA (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
The U.S. Global Sea to Sky Cargo ETF (SEA) provides thematic equity exposure to companies operating within the global air and sea cargo logistics sectors. It offers a unique combination of transport modes, aiming to capitalize on global trade flows and supply chain demand. While it serves as a useful tactical tool for investors seeking sector-specific growth, it is characterized by higher volatility, lower liquidity, and a higher expense ratio compared to broader transportation funds. Investors should primarily consider this fund for concentrated thematic exposure while closely monitoring global economic indicators, trade policy, and fuel costs as key performance drivers.
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 | Investors looking for thematic growth in trade infrastructure may find this fund useful, though it is prone to cyclicality. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The fund can experience significant price trends during periods of surging global trade and logistics demand. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While shipping stocks often trade at low multiples, they are highly sensitive to economic cycles rather than traditional value metrics. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | Some underlying logistics companies pay dividends, but the fund's primary focus is capital appreciation via sector exposure. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The high volatility of the global shipping industry makes this fund unsuitable for conservative, low-risk portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is an experienced market participant with a high risk tolerance seeking to express a tactical view on global logistics and trade.
Suitability
SEA is best suited for tactical, medium-to-long-term thematic investment rather than a core passive hold.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | The shipping and air cargo industries are notoriously cyclical and subject to sharp price fluctuations. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund is heavily exposed to global economic health and trade policy changes. |
| Concentration | High | As a thematic, sector-specific fund, it lacks the diversification of broader market indices. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | The expense ratio is higher than broad market alternatives, which can erode returns over time. |
| Liquidity | Medium / high | Lower trading volumes can lead to increased costs during periods of market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The sector is capital-intensive and highly sensitive to fuel prices and regulatory hurdles. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
SEA demonstrates high historical volatility, consistent with the cyclical nature of the global transportation and shipping sectors.
Market Risk
The fund faces significant market risk stemming from international trade volumes, fuel price sensitivity, and global economic health.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry | Marine Shipping and Logistics | 55 | This segment captures companies responsible for the majority of global trade volume via container and bulk shipping. |
| Industry | Air Freight and Courier Services | 35 | This exposure provides a play on high-speed, high-value global logistics and express delivery networks. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 10 | A small portion of the portfolio is held in liquid assets to manage rebalancing and operational cash flow. |
Price Behavior
Hockey-Stick Growth
The stock demonstrates a Hockey-Stick Growth price path pattern.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 68.06% | Avg. Invested days 54 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/28/2026 |
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