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ProShares UltraShort Health Care (RXD)

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$11.77
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Profit since last BUY-11.24%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/19/2025: RXD (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type ETF
Historic Profit -11.24%
Avg. Invested days 9
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Key Highlights

Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta -1.05
52 Weeks Range 9.11 - 13.64
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 9.11 - 13.64
Updated Date 06/29/2025

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ProShares UltraShort Health Care

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ETF Overview

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ProShares UltraShort Health Care (RXD) seeks daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to two times the inverse (-2x) of the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index. It provides leveraged inverse exposure to the health care sector.

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ProShares is a well-known issuer of leveraged and inverse ETFs, generally considered reliable within that niche.

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ProShares specializes in leveraged and inverse ETFs, possessing significant experience in managing such products.

Investment Objective

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To provide daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to two times the inverse (-2x) of the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index.

Investment Approach and Strategy

Strategy: The ETF employs a leveraged inverse strategy, aiming to deliver -2x the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index.

Composition The ETF uses derivatives, such as swap agreements, to achieve its leveraged inverse exposure to the health care sector.

Market Position

Market Share: RXD's market share within the leveraged inverse health care ETF space is relatively small due to the limited number of similar products.

Total Net Assets (AUM): 23.99

Competitors

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Competitive Landscape

RXD operates in a niche market with limited direct competitors. Its main advantage is its specific -2x leveraged inverse exposure to the health care sector. A disadvantage is the inherent risks associated with leveraged and inverse products, including potential for rapid value erosion and the effects of compounding.

Financial Performance

Historical Performance: Historical performance is highly dependent on the daily movements of the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index and is not suitable for long-term buy-and-hold investors.

Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance is designed to be -2x the daily performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index. Deviations may occur due to fees, expenses, and the effects of compounding.

Expense Ratio: 0.95

Liquidity

Average Trading Volume

The average daily trading volume of RXD varies, but is generally moderate and may affect trading costs for large orders.

Bid-Ask Spread

The bid-ask spread can be volatile and may widen during periods of market uncertainty or low trading volume.

Market Dynamics

Market Environment Factors

RXD's performance is heavily influenced by factors affecting the health care sector, including regulatory changes, drug pricing, technological advancements, and overall market sentiment.

Growth Trajectory

RXD's growth trajectory depends on investor demand for leveraged inverse health care exposure and broader market conditions.

Moat and Competitive Advantages

Competitive Edge

RXD's primary advantage lies in its specific and targeted exposure. It provides a tool for sophisticated investors seeking to profit from short-term declines in the health care sector or hedge existing health care investments. This targeted approach allows investors to fine-tune their strategies based on short-term market views.

Risk Analysis

Volatility

RXD is highly volatile due to its leveraged and inverse nature.

Market Risk

RXD is exposed to significant market risk related to the health care sector, which can be amplified by its leveraged inverse strategy. Compounding can significantly alter the returns.

Investor Profile

Ideal Investor Profile

RXD is suitable for sophisticated investors with a high risk tolerance and a short-term investment horizon. Investors should fully understand the risks associated with leveraged and inverse ETFs before investing.

Market Risk

RXD is best suited for active traders and not for long-term investors or passive index followers.

Summary

ProShares UltraShort Health Care (RXD) offers leveraged inverse exposure to the health care sector, making it a high-risk, high-reward investment vehicle suitable for short-term trading strategies. Its performance is tied to the daily movements of the Dow Jones U.S. Health Care Index, amplified by a -2x leverage factor. The ETF is designed for sophisticated investors who understand the complexities of leveraged and inverse products and seek to profit from short-term downturns in the health care market. Due to its leveraged nature and the impact of compounding, RXD is not appropriate for long-term investment.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • ProShares website
  • ETF.com
  • FactSet

Disclaimers:

The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investing in ETFs involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Leveraged and inverse ETFs are not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

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About ProShares UltraShort Health Care

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The index is designed to measure the performance of health care companies included in the S&P 500 Index. Under normal circumstances, the fund will obtain inverse leveraged exposure to at least 80% of its total assets in components of the index or in instruments with similar economic characteristics. The fund is non-diversified.