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VettaFi's 2026 Midyear Outlook Symposium took place at the end of June and included insight from a wide array of asset managers and industry leaders. Topics ranged from the second-half outlook to the essential tools that investors and advisors need for their portfolios.
The headline number you may have seen is generous. Through the close on June 10, 2026, the Amplify Lithium and Battery Technology ETF (NYSEARCA:BATT) is up about 10% year to date, while the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSEARCA:SPY) has returned about 6%. That is a real gap, though smaller than the 25 versus 11... Batteries Beat the S&P 500: BATT Is Up 25% While SPY Hugs 11%
Space ETFs have seen strong inflows coupled with standout performance, capturing significant market attention. For investors, the rapid pace of capital deployment into the space economy underscores a compelling investment opportunity.
Considering how geopolitical turbulence has led to market highs and lows throughout March and April, investors are likely keen to dial in on approaches that are posting good results. One such fund is the Amplify Lithium & Battery Technology ETF (BATT).
It's hard to avoid the U.S.-Israel-Iran war in the news — or at the pump. Energy prices are rising worldwide as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
During the VettaFi Asset Allocation Summit in April, advisors told VettaFi about their strong interest in thematic ETFs. More than a third (35%) of attendee respondents said they expect to add to thematic ETFs in the next three months.
Amplify Lithium & Battery Technology ETF offers diversified exposure across the battery value chain, from mining to manufacturing, including major holdings like BHP, CATL, and Tesla. BATT benefits from structural growth in lithium demand, energy storage, and AI-driven infrastructure but faces concentration risks in China and potential EV subsidy roll-offs. Despite strong short-term momentum (116% 1-year return), BATT's current risk-reward is unattractive following its recent rally; I assign a HOLD rating.
The Amplify Lithium & Battery Technology ETF (BATT) is proving itself as a compelling satellite position designed to capture alpha. While the S&P 500 has remained relatively flat year to date through April 14, BATT's 18.3% surge demonstrates its ability to decouple from broad-market stagnation.