Weekly Channel Summary
The Multi-Asset ETF channel encompasses a broad landscape of 143 ETFs from 81 unique brands, managing a combined Total AUM of $38.33B. Recent capital movements showcase healthy continued interest across these strategies. For the past week, the channel gathered a 5-Day net flow of $112M. Over longer timeframes, sustained investor confidence is evident with Year-To-Date (YTD) flows sitting at $5,292M and 1-Year flows totaling $11,420M.
This Week’s Performance Leaders and Laggards
Target Risk Performance
Aggressive allocation strategies led the Target Risk complex this week with a notable 2.35% gain. The Moderate and Global Macro categories followed closely, each advancing by approximately 1.6%. On an individual fund level, Adaptive Core ETF (RULE) vastly outperformed peers with a massive 9.25% advance, while a few Global Macro strategies like the Cambria Tactical Yield ETF (TYLD) and Hedgeye Capital Allocation ETF (HECA) lagged the group.
| Category | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | 6 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aggressive | 2.35% | 7.86% | 6.53% | 11.59% | 9.36% | 27.61% |
| Moderate | 1.68% | 4.53% | 3.91% | 10.02% | 8.34% | 23.56% |
| Global Macro | 1.66% | 4.97% | 3.96% | 10.86% | 8.84% | 25.34% |
| Growth | 1.53% | 3.92% | 2.76% | 8.13% | 6.35% | 21.67% |
| Conservative | 0.64% | 1.98% | 2.04% | 5.23% | 4.02% | 12.73% |
| Ticker | Fund Name | WTD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Top 5 Performers | ||
| RULE | Collaborative Investment Series Trust – Adaptive Core ETF | 9.25% |
| DRAI | Draco Evolution Al ETF | 5.70% |
| AGOX | Adaptive Alpha Opportunities ETF | 5.54% |
| MDAA | Myriad Dynamic Asset Allocation ETF | 5.34% |
| CLSM | ETC Cabana Target Leading Sector Moderate ETF | 4.50% |
| Bottom 5 Performers | ||
| LOTI | Liberty One Tactical Income ETF | -0.89% |
| PWS | Pacer WealthShield ETF | -0.38% |
| HECA | Hedgeye Capital Allocation ETF | -0.37% |
| HIDE | Alpha Architect High Inflation & Deflation ETF | -0.15% |
| TYLD | Cambria Tactical Yield ETF | 0.07% |
Specialty Performance
Specialty categories delivered muted, yet positive returns over the week. Real Assets marginally outperformed with a WTD return of 0.45%, while Multi-Asset Income posted a slight gain of 0.26%. The LOGIQ Contrarian Opportunities ETF (LCO) led the pack, pulling ahead with a 3.03% move.
| Category | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | 6 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Assets | 0.45% | 2.93% | 7.35% | 19.12% | 16.46% | 38.57% |
| Multi-Asset Income | 0.26% | 3.06% | 2.37% | 6.85% | 5.30% | 16.61% |
| Ticker | Fund Name | WTD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Top 5 Performers | ||
| LCO | LOGIQ Contrarian Opportunities ETF | 3.03% |
| CANQ | Calamos Nasdaq Equity & Income ETF | 2.77% |
| RAA | SMI 3Fourteen REAL Asset Allocation ETF | 2.18% |
| AMAX | Adaptive Hedged Multi-Asset Income ETF | 1.89% |
| JFLI | JPMorgan Flexible Income ETF | 1.39% |
| Bottom 5 Performers | ||
| HIPS | GraniteShares HIPS US High Income ETF | -2.72% |
| HYIN | WisdomTree Private Credit and Alternative Income Fund | -1.83% |
| RLY | State Street Multi-Asset Real Return ETF | -0.75% |
| MDIV | Multi-Asset Diversified Income Index Fund | -0.27% |
| INCM | Franklin Income Focus ETF Income Focus ETF | -0.22% |
Alternative Asset Sleeve Performance
The Alternative Asset Sleeve was an unequivocal standout across the Multi-Asset space, yielding a robust 3.40% WTD. Digital asset allocations served as significant tailwinds, helping HECO (State Street Galaxy Hedged Digital Asset Ecosystem ETF) surge 14.10% and pushing BITS up over 10%.
| Category | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | 6 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Asset Sleeve | 3.40% | 9.50% | 10.47% | 10.36% | 13.33% | 40.73% |
| Ticker | Fund Name | WTD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Top 5 Performers | ||
| HECO | State Street Galaxy Hedged Digital Asset Ecosystem ETF | 14.10% |
| BITS | Global X Blockchain & Bitcoin Strategy ETF | 10.09% |
| GDMN | WisdomTree Efficient Gold Plus Gold Miners Strategy Fund | 8.96% |
| NTSE | WisdomTree Emerging Markets Efficient Core Fund | 7.28% |
| ISBG | IncomeSTKd 1x Bitcoin & 1x Gold Premium ETF | 6.81% |
| Bottom 5 Performers | ||
| WTIB | USCF Oil Plus Bitcoin Strategy Fund | -2.99% |
| CTAP | Simplify US Equity PLUS Managed Futures Strategy ETF | -1.90% |
| RSBY | Return Stacked Bonds & Futures Yield ETF | -0.34% |
| RSBA | Return Stacked Bonds & Merger Arbitrage ETF | 0.04% |
| NTSI | WisdomTree International Efficient Core Fund | 1.02% |
Analyzing the Weekly Flows
The channel registered positive overall momentum with $112M in net inflows over the last 5 days. Much of this appetite was directed toward the Target Risk – Growth category, which swept up $104M in new assets, spearheaded by massive institutional-sized flows into ALLW and CGBL. Conversely, Global Macro strategies witnessed the heaviest headwinds, bleeding -$26M in the period, exacerbated by sharp redemptions in GMOM.
Category Flows Summary
| Category | Fund Count | AUM | 5 Day | 30 Day | 90 Day | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target Risk – Growth | 11 | $11.19B | $104M | $471M | $1,289M | $1,906M | $4,560M |
| Specialty Real Assets | 4 | $2.86B | $28M | $236M | $909M | $1,098M | $1,398M |
| Target Risk – Conservative | 6 | $1.28B | $17M | $19M | $77M | $63M | $151M |
| Specialty – Multi-Asset Income | 25 | $5.54B | $7M | $163M | $310M | $446M | $1,143M |
| Target Risk – Aggressive | 3 | $3.42B | $0M | $34M | $131M | $182M | $451M |
| Target Risk – Moderate | 20 | $3.59B | -$1M | $4M | $80M | $44M | $205M |
| Specialty – Alternative Asset Sleeve | 33 | $4.86B | -$16M | $52M | $204M | $459M | $1,199M |
| Target Risk – Global Macro | 31 | $5.01B | -$26M | $53M | $703M | $958M | $2,002M |
Top & Bottom 5 ETFs by 5-Day Flow
| Ticker | Fund Name | 5-Day Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Top 5 Inflows | ||
| ALLW | State Street Bridgewater All Weather ETF | $122M |
| CGBL | Capital Group Core Balanced ETF | $75M |
| AOR | iShares Core 60/40 Balanced Allocation ETF | $27M |
| RAAX | VanEck Real Assets ETF | $19M |
| HFGM | Unlimited HFGM Global Macro ETF | $18M |
| Bottom 5 Outflows | ||
| GMOM | Cambria Global Momentum ETF | -$69M |
| TRTY | Cambria Trinity ETF | -$68M |
| GDE | WisdomTree Efficient Gold Plus Equity Strategy Fund | -$31M |
| HECA | Hedgeye Capital Allocation ETF | -$20M |
| PCEF | Invesco CEF Income Composite ETF | -$12M |
Issuer League Table Update
At the top of the leaderboards, iShares and Capital Group maintain their tight grip on the Multi-Asset segment, collectively commanding over 42% of the channel’s AUM. State Street, however, seized the top spot for weekly asset gathering by bringing in $128M. Conversely, Cambria experienced the sharpest weekly contraction as significant outflows pared down its momentum-focused offerings.
Top 5 Issuers by AUM
| Brand | Fund Count | AUM | AUM Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| iShares | 19 | $9.92B | 25.88% |
| Capital Group | 1 | $6.29B | 16.41% |
| WisdomTree | 8 | $2.82B | 7.36% |
| SPDR | 3 | $1.58B | 4.13% |
| State Street | 2 | $1.53B | 4.00% |
Top & Bottom 3 Issuers by 5-Day Flow
| Brand | 5-Day Flow |
|---|---|
| Top 3 Inflows | |
| State Street | $128M |
| Capital Group | $75M |
| iShares | $36M |
| Bottom 3 Outflows | |
| Cambria | -$136M |
| WisdomTree | -$29M |
| Hedgeye | -$20M |
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Disclosures
This material is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. All investments, including ETFs, involve risk, including the possible loss of principal. Investors should consider their investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses carefully before investing.
This analysis was developed by the team at ETF Action. We leverage advanced AI tools to assist in the drafting and refinement of our content, based on our expert prompts, direction, and final review.
