Weekly Channel Summary
The Multi-Asset channel, comprising 140 ETFs from 85 issuers, holds $39.34 billion in total assets. Investors added a net $239 million to the channel this week, extending a period of consistent demand. Year-to-date inflows now stand at $7.01 billion, while the one-year total has reached $11.88 billion.
This Week’s Performance Leaders and Laggards
Most Multi-Asset categories posted modest losses for the week, with Specialty – Real Assets being the sole gainer, up 0.38%. This category has also performed well year-to-date, returning 12.26%. On the other end of the spectrum, Specialty – Alternative Asset Sleeve funds had the weakest performance, declining by 1.50% for the week.
Category Performance Snapshot
| Category | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | 6 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specialty – Real Assets | 0.38% | -0.40% | -2.15% | 6.84% | 12.26% | 23.68% |
| Target Risk – Conservative | -0.21% | 0.05% | 0.76% | 3.08% | 4.43% | 10.03% |
| Specialty – Multi-Asset Income | -0.32% | 1.01% | 1.98% | 5.07% | 7.13% | 12.42% |
| Target Risk – Moderate | -0.71% | -0.79% | 0.38% | 3.15% | 5.43% | 13.17% |
| Target Risk – Global Macro | -0.95% | -1.09% | -0.25% | 4.03% | 7.85% | 16.99% |
| Target Risk – Aggressive | -1.13% | -0.25% | 2.84% | 6.65% | 8.95% | 18.50% |
| Target Risk – Growth | -1.16% | -0.69% | 1.61% | 3.91% | 6.38% | 13.41% |
| Specialty – Alternative Asset Sleeve | -1.50% | -1.62% | -1.42% | 2.65% | 6.62% | 23.31% |
Top & Bottom 5 ETFs by Weekly Performance
The USCF Oil Plus Bitcoin Strategy Fund (WTIB) delivered a standout performance, surging 15.64% and far outpacing all other funds in the channel. In contrast, the WisdomTree Efficient Gold Plus Gold Miners Strategy Fund (GDMN) was the week’s biggest laggard, falling 7.14%. The State Street Multi-Asset Real Return ETF (RLY) was also a notable gainer, rising 1.69%.
| Ticker | Fund Name | WTD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Top Performers | ||
| WTIB | USCF Oil Plus Bitcoin Strategy Fund | 15.64% |
| CTAP | Simplify US Equity PLUS Managed Futures Strategy ETF | 2.93% |
| RLY | State Street Multi-Asset Real Return ETF | 1.69% |
| HIDE | Alpha Architect High Inflation & Deflation ETF | 1.64% |
| GYLD | Arrow Dow Jones Global Yield ETF | 1.29% |
| Bottom Performers | ||
| GDMN | WisdomTree Efficient Gold Plus Gold Miners Strategy Fund | -7.14% |
| RULE | Adaptive Core ETF | -6.81% |
| WDIG | WisdomTree Efficient Rare Earth Plus Strategic Metals Fund | -6.78% |
| NTSE | WisdomTree Emerging Markets Efficient Core Fund | -4.57% |
| BITS | Global X Blockchain & Bitcoin Strategy ETF | -4.51% |
Analyzing the Weekly Flows
The channel attracted $239 million in net inflows over the week, with every category seeing positive demand. Target Risk – Growth funds led the way, gathering $90 million in new assets. Target Risk – Global Macro and Specialty – Real Assets also saw significant interest, pulling in $60 million and $48 million, respectively.
Category Flows Summary
| Category | Fund Count | AUM | 5 Day | 30 Day | 90 Day | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target Risk – Growth | 11 | $12.13B | $90M | $320M | $1,098M | $2,742M | $4,846M |
| Target Risk – Global Macro | 33 | $5.24B | $60M | $34M | $299M | $1,252M | $2,249M |
| Specialty – Real Assets | 4 | $3.07B | $48M | $143M | $479M | $1,443M | $1,695M |
| Specialty – Multi-Asset Income | 25 | $5.77B | $17M | $99M | $307M | $666M | $1,176M |
| Specialty – Alternative Asset Sleeve | 35 | $4.63B | $11M | -$72M | -$14M | $412M | $968M |
| Target Risk – Aggressive | 3 | $3.52B | $10M | $38M | $87M | $250M | $463M |
| Target Risk – Conservative | 8 | $1.35B | $2M | $33M | $107M | $136M | $213M |
| Target Risk – Moderate | 21 | $3.64B | $1M | $35M | $82M | $113M | $272M |
Top & Bottom 5 ETFs by 5-Day Flow
The Capital Group Core Balanced ETF (CGBL) was the clear favorite among investors, attracting $79 million in fresh capital. Outflows were relatively muted across the channel. The Invesco CEF Income Composite ETF (PCEF) experienced the largest redemption at -$15 million, followed by the Monarch ProCap Index ETF (MPRO) with -$6 million in outflows.
| Ticker | Fund Name | 5-Day Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Inflows | ||
| CGBL | Capital Group Core Balanced ETF | $79M |
| RLY | State Street Multi-Asset Real Return ETF | $33M |
| ALLW | State Street Bridgewater All Weather ETF | $32M |
| INCM | Franklin Income Focus ETF Income Focus ETF | $19M |
| RAAX | VanEck Real Assets ETF | $15M |
| Outflows | ||
| PCEF | Invesco CEF Income Composite ETF | -$15M |
| MPRO | Monarch ProCap Index ETF | -$6M |
| RISN | Inspire Capital Appreciation ETF | -$3M |
| HECA | Hedgeye Capital Allocation ETF | -$2M |
| BAMO | Brookstone Opportunities ETF | -$1M |
Issuer League Table Update
iShares and Capital Group continue to dominate the Multi-Asset landscape, commanding 24.54% and 18.05% of the market share, respectively. Capital Group also led weekly inflows, bringing in $79 million, driven entirely by its single fund in the channel. On the other side of the ledger, Invesco recorded the largest net outflows among issuers, with redemptions totaling $15 million.
Top 5 Issuers by AUM
| Brand | Fund Count | AUM | AUM Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| iShares | 9 | $9.65B | 24.54% |
| Capital Group | 1 | $7.10B | 18.05% |
| WisdomTree | 9 | $2.59B | 6.59% |
| State Street | 2 | $1.68B | 4.28% |
| Franklin | 1 | $1.67B | 4.26% |
Top & Bottom 3 Issuers by 5-Day Flow
| Brand | 5-Day Flow |
|---|---|
| Inflows | |
| Capital Group | $79M |
| SPDR | $34M |
| State Street | $32M |
| Outflows | |
| Invesco | -$15M |
| Inspire | -$3M |
| Hedgeye | -$2M |
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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.
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