The Federal Reserve's policy outlook just underwent one of its most dramatic reversals in recent years. Bond yields are rising at an alarming rate in response, and the sudden acceleration has sent shockwaves throughout global markets.
Cathie Wood's flagship ETF actively invests in shares of companies expected to be disruptive and innovative. But so far this year, the fund appears to be missing out on big gains tied to technology and artificial intelligence.
While the heyday of Cathie Wood's investment management is, for the time being, firmly in the past, the popular ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) has been having a respectable run in the last 12 months and unveiled its latest series of bets as recently as April 28.
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This actively-managed exchange-traded fund (ETF) primarily focuses on investing in domestic and foreign equity securities of companies that align with its thematic goal of disruptive innovation. By earmarking at least 65% of its assets towards such ventures, the fund taps into the potential of novel and transformative businesses across both developed and emerging markets. Beyond direct investments in foreign equities, the fund also engages with American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs), providing a diversified approach to its theme. Given its specialized focus, the fund operates as a non-diversified ETF, concentrating on sectors and firms it believes embody the future of innovation.
The core of the fund's strategy lies in its investment in equity securities of domestic and foreign companies that are seen as central to its theme of disruptive innovation. This includes a strategic allocation of assets to both emerging and developed markets to tap into diverse innovation ecosystems.
By diversifying its portfolio across companies in both developed and emerging markets, the fund aims to leverage global innovation trends and growth potentials, ensuring a broad exposure to various economic environments and technological advancements.
To further its reach in foreign equity markets, the fund invests in ADRs and GDRs. These instruments allow the fund to hold shares in overseas companies, offering a practical means to invest in foreign innovations without the complexities of direct investments in foreign markets.