iShares Future Exponential Technologies ETF (XT)
The Innovation ETF Up 22% That Most Tech Investors Have Never Considered
Innovation-focused investors face a persistent dilemma: how to capture exposure to disruptive technologies without overpaying for hype or concentrating too heavily in mega-cap names.
XT: Still One Of My Top Ways To Take Equity Risk Going Forward
The iShares Exponential Technologies ETF is a great way for conservative investors to add higher-octane equity exposure to their portfolios. XT has exhibited relatively low downside risk compared to other risk-seeking investments and offers diversification with over 200 holdings. The ETF focuses on technology stocks, which have shown significant growth potential over the past five years.
XT Will Likely Continue Lagging The Broader IT Sector
iShares Exponential Technologies ETF is a hold due to multiple risk factors outweighing its returns along with a relatively high expense ratio. XT lacks holdings with strong fundamentals and diversified revenue streams compared to peer tech funds, particularly Vanguard's VGT. XT also includes foreign tech holdings in emerging markets, representing geopolitical risks.
