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Global X MSCI Argentina ETF(ARGT)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ARGT
10/02/2026: ARGT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Global X MSCI Argentina ETF (ARGT) provides targeted exposure to large and mid-sized Argentine companies, acting as the only dedicated US-listed vehicle for this market. Its main strength lies in its unique, exclusive access to Argentina's economy, though it is highly concentrated and carries significant geopolitical and currency risk. It is typically used as a tactical satellite holding rather than a core portfolio component. Investors should be prepared for extreme volatility driven by inflation, political shifts, and regulatory uncertainty. This fund is best suited for experienced investors seeking high-risk, high-reward opportunities who can actively monitor the evolving economic conditions in Argentina.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The fund offers high growth potential during economic recoveries but carries extreme volatility. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Argentina often experiences sharp, rapid price trends that can reward short-term momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Many Argentine companies trade at significant discounts to global peers due to country-specific risk premiums. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | This fund is focused on capital appreciation rather than consistent dividend income. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The extreme geopolitical and economic risks inherent in the Argentine market are unsuitable for conservative portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a sophisticated, high-risk-tolerant individual or institution with a long-term horizon who understands the idiosyncratic risks of frontier/emerging markets.
Suitability
This ETF is best suited for tactical, satellite positioning rather than as a core, long-term portfolio holding.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Frequent political and economic instability leads to large, sudden price swings. |
| Market risk | High | The entire portfolio is sensitive to systemic risks within the Argentine economy. |
| Concentration | High | The fund is concentrated in a single country, lacking geographic diversification. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | High costs and liquidity issues in local markets can create tracking error relative to the index. |
| Liquidity | Medium / high | Underlying Argentine stocks can face low trading volumes, complicating rapid position changes. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium / high | Companies are subject to local regulatory changes and currency devaluation risks. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
ARGT exhibits extreme historical volatility, reflecting the boom-and-bust nature of the Argentine economy and its vulnerability to sudden macroeconomic policy shifts.
Market Risk
The primary risk is country-specific; holders are exposed to systemic, currency, and regulatory risks that are generally absent in developed market funds.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Argentina Equity Market | 98 | This represents the core equity exposure to companies operating within or primarily tied to the Argentine economy. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 2 | A small portion of the fund is held in cash to manage daily liquidity needs and settlement. |
Price Behavior
Flat / Range-Bound
The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 6.99% | Avg. Invested days 54 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Oct 2, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $742.00M |
| Issuer | Global X Funds |
| Expense Ratio | 0.59% |
| Distribution Yield | 1.09% |
| Inception | Mar 2, 2011 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | -2.73% |
| 1 Year | +20.88% |
| 3 Year | +29.34% |
| 5 Year | +22.59% |
| 10 Year | +15.64% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 40.9% |
| 3Y Volatility | 34.61% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0.73 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
| Sustainability Rating | 4 / 5 |
| Benchmark | MSCI ACWI Ex USA NR USD |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mid Cap | 39.35% |
| Small Cap | 21.73% |
| Mega Cap | 21.37% |
| Large Cap | 17.42% |
| Micro Cap | 0.06% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Consumer Cyclicals | 27.49% |
| Energy | 21.25% |
| Financial Services | 14.23% |
| Basic Materials | 11.91% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 11.5x |
| Portfolio P/B | 1.27x |
| Portfolio P/S | 1.13x |
| Holdings Turnover | 36.49% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| MercadoLibre | 21.45% |
| YPF Sociedad Anonima | 10.59% |
| Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V | 7.11% |
| Grupo Financiero Galicia SA ADR | 5.64% |
| Pampa Energia SA ADR | 4.62% |
Upturn AI Summary
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