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SAMT: Theme Rotation Strategy With Intriguing Premise Has Disadvantages, A Hold
I maintain the Hold rating on the Strategas Macro Thematic Opportunities ETF. With 43 equities in the portfolio, SAMT apparently targets the AI 2.0, Analog Edge, Cash Flow Aristocrats, Deglobalization, and Industrial Power Renaissance themes at the moment. With substantial alpha delivered earlier this year, SAMT has already lost its edge over IVV, and I expect it to continue underperforming into 2027.
SAMT: This Hedge-Fund Like ETF Has Delivered
Strategas Macro Thematic Opportunities ETF (SAMT) continues to outperform the S&P 500, validating its active, hedge-fund-like approach. SAMT maintains a conservative portfolio with over 20% in cash and avoids concentrated single-name risks, supporting stability. The ETF's high Sharpe ratio (1.8) and limited drawdowns (-8% max) highlight strong risk-adjusted returns despite higher volatility.
SAMT: Highly Sophisticated Active Strategy With Unconvincing Returns
Incepted in January 2022, SAMT is an actively managed vehicle with a strategy revolving around macro themes like AI, de-globalization, etc. It is benchmarked against the S&P 500. At this juncture, it has 36 holdings, including a massive cash position. Most companies have excellent growth characteristics, yet are expensive and have a few quality issues. 2022 was a success, and so were 2024 and 2025 to date. Yet, owing to feeble 2023, SAMT's annualized return is 1.4% below that of IVV.
Strategas Macro Thematic Opportunities ETF Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CN Chris Nelson MJP ASSOCIATES Inc. /ADV | 71,491 | $2.76M | $2.94M | $189,099.28 | 6.86% |
| JL Jeremiah Ludington Mainstay Capital Management LLC /ADV | 1.86M | $72.55M | $77.59M | $5.04M | 6.95% |
| AB Anthony Bruccoleri Equitable Holdings Inc. | 13,097 | $597,878.05 | $543,263.56 | -$54,614.49 | -9.13% |
| CF Cheryl Fluker Members Advisory Group LLC | 226,079 | $10.32M | $9.27M | -$1.05M | -10.2% |
 Andrew Burkey Joseph Group Capital Management | 204,561 | $9.34M | $8.41M | -$931,775.36 | -9.98% |
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Strategas Macro Thematic Opportunities ETF Profile
| ARCA Exchange | US Country |
Overview
The fund operates under the umbrella of Strategas Asset Management, LLC, positioning itself as an actively-managed exchange-traded fund (ETF) with a core investment strategy that focuses on the common stocks of U.S. companies. The selection criterion for these investments is heavily influenced by the Adviser's analysis and projection of macro-thematic trends that are expected to dictate market dynamics. This investment approach allows the fund to navigate through the complex financial landscape by leveraging insights into broader economic and thematic trends that have the potential to drive significant movements in the stock market.
Products and Services
- Actively-Managed Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF)
This product offers investors an opportunity to engage in the equity market through a portfolio that is dynamically managed by the Adviser. The primary focus is on common stocks of U.S. companies that are believed to be in alignment with prevailing macro-thematic trends. This active management approach allows for adjustments in the portfolio based on changing market conditions and thematic insights, targeting optimal returns for investors.
- Investment in Diverse Market Capitalizations
The fund is open to investing in companies across a broad spectrum of market capitalizations, adhering to certain liquidity requirements to ensure that the securities can be considered for inclusion. This strategy offers a balanced exposure to various segments of the market, from high-growth small-cap stocks to the stability offered by large-cap entities, all selected through the lens of macro-thematic significance.
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