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SPDR® S&P Transportation ETF (XTN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/07/2025: XTN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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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 1.17% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/07/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.67 | 52 Weeks Range 61.83 - 94.94 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 61.83 - 94.94 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
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SPDR® S&P Transportation ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The SPDRu00ae S&P Transportation ETF (XTN) seeks to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&P Transportation Select Industry Index. The fund invests in a variety of U.S. transportation companies.
Reputation and Reliability
State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is a well-established and reputable ETF provider with a long track record.
Management Expertise
SSGA has extensive experience managing a wide range of ETFs, including sector-specific funds.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the total return performance of the S&P Transportation Select Industry Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF aims to track the S&P Transportation Select Industry Index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of U.S. transportation companies, including airlines, trucking companies, railroad operators, and delivery services.
Market Position
Market Share: XTN holds a moderate market share within the transportation ETF sector.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 310500000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- iShares Transportation Average ETF (IYT)
- Direxion Daily Transportation Bull 3X Shares (TPOR)
- Invesco Dynamic Industrials ETF (PRN)
Competitive Landscape
The transportation ETF industry is dominated by a few large players. XTN offers a diversified approach within the transportation sector, while IYT is the largest. XTN may have lower volatility than leveraged ETFs like TPOR. PRN is a broader industrials ETF and provides indirect exposure to the transportation sector.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data unavailable without specific dates.
Benchmark Comparison: XTN's performance should be compared to the S&P Transportation Select Industry Index to assess its tracking accuracy.
Expense Ratio: 0.35
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF's average trading volume is moderate, indicating reasonable liquidity.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically tight, reflecting relatively low transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth, fuel prices, interest rates, and regulatory changes significantly influence the performance of transportation companies and, therefore, XTN.
Growth Trajectory
XTN's growth trajectory depends on the overall health of the transportation sector and its ability to adapt to changing market conditions and technological advancements.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
XTN provides broad exposure to the U.S. transportation sector across various sub-industries. It offers a relatively low expense ratio compared to some specialized or actively managed transportation ETFs. Its passively managed structure and focus on tracking a specific index offers transparency and predictability to investors. XTN is designed to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing in a diverse portfolio of transportation companies.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
XTN's volatility is tied to the cyclical nature of the transportation sector and overall economic conditions.
Market Risk
XTN is exposed to market risk, particularly related to the transportation sector. Specific risks include fuel price volatility, regulatory changes, and economic downturns.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking exposure to the U.S. transportation sector for diversification purposes or those with a positive outlook on the industry are ideal.
Market Risk
XTN is suitable for long-term investors who are comfortable with sector-specific exposure.
Summary
The SPDRu00ae S&P Transportation ETF (XTN) is a passively managed fund designed to track the performance of the S&P Transportation Select Industry Index. It offers diversified exposure to U.S. transportation companies, making it suitable for long-term investors seeking capital appreciation within this sector. The ETF's performance is subject to economic conditions, fuel prices, and regulatory changes impacting the transportation industry. Its moderate expense ratio and reasonable liquidity make it a cost-effective option for sector-specific investment. Investors should be aware of the inherent risks associated with sector ETFs before investing in XTN.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- State Street Global Advisors (SSGA)
- ETF.com
- Yahoo Finance
- Company Filings
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data and other financial information may vary depending on the source and date.
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 Transportation ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
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Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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In seeking to track the performance of the S&P Transportation 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 transportation segment of the S&P Total Market Index (S&P TMI).
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