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UGE 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory

ProShares Ultra Consumer Goods (UGE)

ProShares Ultra Consumer Goods (UGE) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/05/2025: UGE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type ETF
Historic Profit -23.59%
Avg. Invested days 39
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 1.4
52 Weeks Range 16.55 - 20.58
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 16.55 - 20.58
Updated Date 06/29/2025

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ProShares Ultra Consumer Goods

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ETF Overview

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ProShares Ultra Consumer Goods (UGE) seeks daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to twice (2x) the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index. It provides leveraged exposure to the consumer goods sector.

Reputation and Reliability logo Reputation and Reliability

ProShares is a well-known issuer of leveraged and inverse ETFs, with a history of providing such products.

Leadership icon representing strong management expertise and executive team Management Expertise

ProShares has a dedicated team experienced in managing leveraged and inverse ETFs.

Investment Objective

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To seek daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to twice (2x) the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index.

Investment Approach and Strategy

Strategy: This ETF employs a leveraged strategy to amplify the daily returns of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index.

Composition The ETF holds financial instruments, derivatives and equities aimed at achieving its leveraged daily return objective.

Market Position

Market Share: UGE's market share is relatively smaller compared to broader consumer staples and discretionary ETFs.

Total Net Assets (AUM): 18.05

Competitors

Key Competitors logo Key Competitors

  • XLP
  • VDC
  • IYK

Competitive Landscape

The consumer goods ETF market is dominated by broad-based ETFs like XLP and VDC. UGE offers a leveraged play, appealing to traders seeking short-term amplified returns, but its higher risk and expense ratio make it less suitable for long-term investors. Its competitors offer broad exposure to the market for the long term.

Financial Performance

Historical Performance: Historical performance is highly dependent on the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index and the 2x leverage factor. Due to the nature of leveraged ETFs, long-term performance can deviate significantly from the underlying index.

Benchmark Comparison: The ETF aims to deliver twice the daily return of its benchmark index. However, compounding effects and fees can cause deviations over longer periods.

Expense Ratio: 0.95

Liquidity

Average Trading Volume

Average daily trading volume fluctuates but generally is sufficient for active traders.

Bid-Ask Spread

The bid-ask spread can be wider than non-leveraged ETFs due to the leveraged nature of the fund.

Market Dynamics

Market Environment Factors

Consumer spending trends, interest rates, inflation, and overall economic growth influence UGE. The performance of the underlying Consumer Goods Index strongly influences its returns.

Growth Trajectory

The ETF's growth is tied to investor appetite for leveraged exposure to the consumer goods sector. Strategy and holdings will not change, as the ETF follows an index.

Moat and Competitive Advantages

Competitive Edge

UGE's primary advantage lies in its leveraged exposure to the consumer goods sector, providing traders with a tool to amplify short-term gains. However, the leverage also magnifies losses. It caters to a specific niche of traders seeking short-term bets on the consumer goods market, unlike broad-based consumer ETFs. Its leveraged strategy differentiates it from competitors, offering a distinct risk/reward profile. The fund's returns are reset daily, eliminating long-term tracking error but introducing other considerations.

Risk Analysis

Volatility

UGE is highly volatile due to its leveraged nature, making it unsuitable for risk-averse investors.

Market Risk

Specific risks include the inherent risks of the consumer goods sector, as well as the amplified risks associated with leverage, leading to potentially substantial losses.

Investor Profile

Ideal Investor Profile

The ideal investor is an experienced trader with a high-risk tolerance, seeking short-term exposure to the consumer goods sector and a strong understanding of leveraged ETFs.

Market Risk

UGE is suitable for active traders seeking short-term tactical positions. It is not suitable for long-term investors or passive index followers.

Summary

ProShares Ultra Consumer Goods is a leveraged ETF designed for experienced traders seeking short-term, amplified exposure to the Dow Jones U.S. Consumer Goods Index. Its leveraged nature makes it a high-risk, high-reward investment unsuitable for long-term holdings. While it offers the potential for substantial gains, it also carries the risk of significant losses. Investors should carefully consider their risk tolerance and investment objectives before investing. The daily reset feature of the leverage can cause long-term returns to deviate significantly from the underlying index's cumulative performance.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • ProShares Official Website
  • ETF.com
  • Morningstar

Disclaimers:

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Leveraged ETFs are complex instruments and should be fully understood before investing.

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About ProShares Ultra Consumer Goods

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The index is designed to measure the performance of consumer staples companies included in the S&P 500 Index. Under normal circumstances, the fund will obtain leveraged 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.