I initially rated ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury ETF a "Buy" in April 2022 due to rising rates; now, I rate it a "Sell". TBX had a 14.3% annualized return from April 2022 to October 2023, while iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF had an APR of -8.7%. The Federal Reserve's balance sheet reduction and rising national debt will put upward pressure on intermediate Treasuries in the longer-term.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BG Bryan Gort Quest 10 Wealth Builders, Inc. | 96 | $2,793 | $2,736 | -$57 | -2.04% |
| CTC Caldwell Trust Co Caldwell Trust Co | 1,217 | $31,459.35 | $34,684.5 | $3,225.15 | 10.25% |
| ARCA Exchange | US Country |
The described fund operates within the financial sector, specifically focusing on investment in U.S. Treasury securities to achieve its goal of matching the Daily Target in returns. It aims at treasury securities that have a maturity period between seven to ten years and insists on a minimum outstanding face value of $300 million, ensuring that the securities are of significant market relevance. Notably, it excludes securities held by the Federal Reserve from its investment purview. The fund is identified as non-diversified, meaning it may concentrate its investments in fewer securities compared to diversified funds, potentially leading to higher volatility and risk/reward characteristics.
The fund offers investment products that are designed to aim for daily returns consistent with a predetermined Daily Target. The primary focus of these products includes: