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REX VolMAXX Long VIX Futures Strat ETF (VMAX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: VMAX (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 6.19% | Avg. Invested days 48 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 42.03 - 52.45 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 42.03 - 52.45 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
REX VolMAXX Long VIX Futures Strat ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The REX VolMAXX Long VIX Futures Strategy ETF (VXXL) seeks to provide investors with exposure to the daily changes in the price of VIX futures contracts. The fund is designed to amplify exposure to short-term volatility and may experience rapid value fluctuations.
Reputation and Reliability
While not active currently, REX Shares was known as a provider of niche volatility products, however they are no longer actively managing ETFs.
Management Expertise
Formerly, REX Shares had experience in creating and managing volatility-based ETFs. The current state of the ETF and its support is unknown.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investment results that correspond to approximately 1.5 times (150%) the daily percentage change of the S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures Index Total Return.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: This ETF employs a leveraged strategy to track the S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures Index Total Return, aiming for 1.5x daily exposure.
Composition The ETF's assets primarily consist of VIX futures contracts.
Market Position
Market Share: Information unavailable as REX Shares ETFs are not actively managed and may not have accurate market share.
Total Net Assets (AUM): Unknown
Competitors
Key Competitors
- VXX
- UVXY
- TVIX
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape is dominated by ETFs offering exposure to VIX futures. VXXL's leveraged structure distinguishes it but also increases its risk. It is not currently a viable competitor.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data is difficult to interpret due to the leveraged nature and the inherent decay in VIX futures contracts. Data not suitable for graphical representation.
Benchmark Comparison: Comparison to the S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures Index is relevant but may not reflect long-term returns due to the leveraged nature and decay.
Expense Ratio: Unknown as REX Shares ETFs are not actively managed.
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
Liquidity is likely low or non-existent due to the lack of active management.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is likely wide or non-existent, indicating poor liquidity.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
VIX futures are highly sensitive to overall market volatility and economic uncertainty. Rising market fears generally increase VIX futures prices.
Growth Trajectory
VXXL's future growth is uncertain as REX Shares ETFs are not actively managed. It may be subject to delisting.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
VXXL's former competitive edge was its 1.5x leveraged exposure to VIX futures, attracting investors seeking amplified short-term volatility gains. However, this also entailed greater risk. The advantage is lost due to REX Shares ETFs are not actively managed. Its strategy might appeal to sophisticated traders, but the high volatility makes it unsuitable for buy-and-hold investors.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
VXXL is expected to be highly volatile due to its leveraged structure and the inherent volatility of VIX futures contracts.
Market Risk
The ETF is exposed to significant market risk due to its reliance on VIX futures, which can be affected by numerous factors, including economic data, geopolitical events, and investor sentiment.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor was formerly a sophisticated trader with a high-risk tolerance seeking short-term exposure to volatility spikes. It is not suited for long-term investors.
Market Risk
Formerly best suited for active traders with a short-term investment horizon, not passive index followers or long-term investors. NOT suitable now due to not being actively managed.
Summary
REX VolMAXX Long VIX Futures Strat ETF (VXXL) previously offered 1.5x leveraged exposure to VIX futures, making it a high-risk, short-term trading tool. The value is uncertain because the ETF is no longer actively managed. It is important to check the status before investing. Given its structure and reliance on VIX futures, VXXL is inherently volatile and prone to decay over time, making it unsuitable for long-term investors or those with low-risk tolerance.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- ETF.com
- Yahoo Finance
- Company Filings (historical)
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Due to the lack of active management by REX Shares, proceed with extreme caution.
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 REX VolMAXX Long VIX Futures Strat ETF
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The fund generally invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of the index and in depositary receipts representing securities of the index.
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