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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: XME (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 87 days. Simulated Profits (46.72%). Updated daily EoD!
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 22.81% | Avg. Invested days 46 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
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Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.51 | 52 Weeks Range 45.83 - 70.23 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 45.83 - 70.23 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
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SPDR® S&P Metals and Mining ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The SPDRu00ae S&P Metals and Mining ETF (XME) seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&P Metals & Mining Select Industry Index. It offers exposure to U.S. companies in the metals and mining sub-industries.
Reputation and Reliability
State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is a well-established and reputable ETF provider with a long track record in the market.
Management Expertise
SSGA has a team of experienced professionals managing its ETFs, demonstrating expertise in investment management and index tracking.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&P Metals & Mining Select Industry Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Tracks a specific index: the S&P Metals & Mining Select Industry Index.
Composition Primarily holds stocks of U.S. companies in the metals and mining industries.
Market Position
Market Share: XME's market share varies based on overall ETF flows and market conditions within the sector.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 1630000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- VanEck Rare Earth/Strategic Metals ETF (REMX)
- iShares MSCI Global Metals & Mining Producers ETF (PICK)
- Global X Copper Miners ETF (COPX)
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape is characterized by several ETFs offering exposure to the metals and mining sector. XME offers a broad U.S. focused exposure to the sector. REMX targets rare earth and strategic metals, while PICK provides global diversification. COPX focuses on copper miners, providing a more targeted approach. XME's disadvantage lies in its US focus; its advantage is its broad exposure to US metals and mining companies.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Varies based on the metals and mining sector's performance. Data unavailable without live access.
Benchmark Comparison: Varies depending on time period, typically tracks the S&P Metals & Mining Select Industry Index.
Expense Ratio: 0.35
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
XME generally exhibits good liquidity with a relatively high average daily trading volume.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread for XME is typically tight, indicating good liquidity and ease of trading.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth, commodity prices, trade policies, and global demand for metals and minerals all affect XME.
Growth Trajectory
Growth is tied to the performance of the underlying metals and mining sector and any changes in the index it tracks.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
XME benefits from SSGA's established brand and experience in ETF management. Its competitive edge stems from its focused exposure to U.S. based metals and mining companies and its benchmarked index. Its simple investment strategy targeting a specific industry group provides a clear understanding for investors, increasing its attractiveness. This focused investment can potentially enhance returns when the U.S. metals and mining sector outperforms.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
XME can exhibit high volatility due to the cyclical nature of the metals and mining sector.
Market Risk
Market risk includes commodity price fluctuations, geopolitical events, and changes in global demand for metals and minerals.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking exposure to the metals and mining sector, those looking for sector-specific allocation, and those who believe in the growth of the metals and mining industry are the ideal investors.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors with a higher risk tolerance or active traders looking to capitalize on short-term price movements in the metals and mining sector.
Summary
SPDRu00ae S&P Metals and Mining ETF (XME) offers targeted exposure to the U.S. metals and mining sector, tracking the S&P Metals & Mining Select Industry Index. SSGA manages the fund, leveraging its brand. XME's performance hinges on the metals and mining sector's health, making it a potentially volatile investment. It is most suitable for investors with a higher risk tolerance seeking sector-specific exposure within their portfolio.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) official website
- ETF.com
- Bloomberg
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Market conditions can change rapidly, impacting the accuracy of the information. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
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 SPDR® S&P Metals and Mining ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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In seeking to track the performance of the S&P Metals & Mining Select Industry Index (the index), the fund employs a sampling strategy. It generally invests substantially all, but at least 80%, of its total assets in the securities comprising the index. The index represents the metals and mining segment of the S&P Total Market Index (S&P TMI). The fund is non-diversified.

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