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The fund’s investment strategy is to seek to grow capital by tactically investing in other ETFs that invest in equity, bond, and gold based on “relative sentiment” factors. The fund’s portfolio will be tactically allocated among passively-managed U.S. and foreign, developed market, equity ETFs, bond ETFs, and, in some instances, gold exchange-traded products (ETPs). The fund is non-diversified.
Is MOOD's expense ratio expensive, average, or a steal for its category?
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The Relative Sentiment Tactical Allocation ETF tactically allocates across asset classes based on institutional versus retail sentiment, favoring 'smart money' positioning. MOOD has delivered superior risk-adjusted returns versus a 60/40 benchmark, the S&P 500, and some key competitors. The portfolio currently tilts toward value equities, maintains modest fixed income exposure, and dynamically shifts allocations with a high 247% turnover rate.
The Relative Sentiment Tactical Allocation ETF dynamically allocates across equities, bonds, and gold using proprietary sentiment indicators. MOOD employs a 'black box' methodology, rebalancing weekly based on institutional versus retail sentiment, with allocations built from major ETFs. Performance since inception has been robust, with a 3-year Sharpe ratio of 1.6, standard deviation of 9.3%, and average drawdowns of -7.5%.
By Michael Venuto Week of May 16, 2022 KPI Summary This week, the industry experienced 13 ETF launches and 1 closure, shifting the 1-year Open-to-Close ratio to 5.40 and total US ETFs to 2,945. ETF assets continue to trend down and haven't been current levels since Spring 2021.