Adaptive Hedged Multi-Asset Income ETF(AMAX)

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09/25/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AMAX

09/25/2026: AMAX (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

The Adaptive Hedged Multi-Asset Income ETF (AMAX) is an actively managed fund that provides diversified exposure to global equities and fixed income, enhanced by a proprietary hedging strategy to manage downside risk. Its main strengths include its proactive approach to volatility and focus on consistent income generation. The fund serves as a defensive income-generating tool for portfolios, though investors should be mindful of its higher expense ratio and potential for limited upside during strong market rallies. It is best suited for income-oriented investors who prioritize risk mitigation over pure growth and can accommodate the higher fees and lower liquidity typical of a specialized active product.

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Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe fund prioritizes income and risk mitigation over aggressive capital appreciation.
Momentum investorMixed fitStrong fit only while the manager's tactical signal remains positive for underlying market exposure.
Value investorMixed fitThe defensive nature of the fund may appeal to value investors seeking to preserve capital during market downturns.
Dividend/Income investorStrong fitThe fund is specifically designed to generate consistent income through a multi-asset approach.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe embedded hedging strategy makes this a suitable choice for those prioritizing lower volatility.

Investor Profile

Ideal Investor Profile

The ideal investor is an income-focused, risk-aware individual who values downside protection over maximum capital growth.

Suitability

AMAX is best suited for long-term investors seeking a core or satellite holding that provides consistent income with an active defensive tilt.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
VolatilityMediumThe fund's hedging strategy is designed to dampen market-wide volatility.
Market riskMedium / highThe fund remains exposed to systemic market movements despite its hedging.
ConcentrationLowThe fund holds a diversified basket of assets and ETFs to limit single-security risk.
Tracking/expenseMedium / highHigher management fees can detract from total returns over time.
LiquidityMediumLower trading volumes can make large entries or exits more costly.
Business/sector qualityMediumPerformance relies heavily on the manager's ability to execute tactical shifts.

Risk Analysis

Volatility

AMAX exhibits moderate volatility due to its hedging component, which buffers extreme market moves.

Market Risk

The fund faces systemic market risk because its holdings are fundamentally tied to the health of global equity and debt markets.

What the ETF Owns

Exposure TypeExposureWeight (%)Retail Investor Read
Equity / ETFsDiversified US and International Equity ETFs50These holdings provide core exposure to global stock market growth.
Fixed-income typeInvestment Grade and High Yield Bond ETFs35These assets serve as the primary engine for generating current income.
DerivativesIndex Options and Futures10These instruments are used to implement the fund's tactical hedging strategy.
Cash/collateralCash and Cash Equivalents5Maintains liquidity for daily operations and tactical rebalancing.

Price Behavior

Flat / Range-Bound
PRICE PATH

Flat / Range-Bound

The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type ETF
Historic Profit 15.49%
Avg. Invested days 54
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ETF Fundamentals

Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Sep 26, 2026

Fund Basics

MetricValue
Fund Size (AUM)$75.61M
IssuerAdaptive ETF
Expense Ratio1.29%
Distribution Yield11.79%
InceptionOct 2, 2009

Performance

PeriodTotal Return
YTD +4.28%
1 Year +4.10%
3 Year +10.27%
5 Year +3.87%
10 Year +3.33%
Returns over 1 year are annualized • As of Sep 26, 2026

Risk Metrics

MetricValue
1Y Volatility10.03%
3Y Volatility8.69%
3Y Sharpe Ratio0.51
Based on daily returns • As of Sep 26, 2026

Ratings

MetricValue
Morningstar Rating★★★★★

Market Cap Distribution

Cap SizeWeight
Mega Cap
11.20%
Large Cap
7.58%
Mid Cap
4.38%
Small Cap
0.42%

Top Sectors

SectorWeight
Technology
36.01%
Basic Materials
19.41%
Communication Services
9.50%
Financial Services
8.57%

Asset Allocation

Cash
41.55%
Bond
25.28%
U.S. Equities
21.03%
Other
9.15%
Non-U.S. Equities
2.99%

Portfolio Characteristics

MetricValue
Portfolio P/E19.13x
Portfolio P/B4.38x
Portfolio P/S3.89x
Holdings Turnover1.55%

Top Holdings

HoldingWeight
iShares Trust - iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF 21.72%
FT Cboe Vest Gold Target Income ETF 15.41%
SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust 13.72%
SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 Growth ETF 5.70%
YieldMax™ Magnificent 7 Fund of Option Income ETFs 4.79%
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