DECW ISSUER
Allianz Investment Management LLC is the issuer of the DECW AllianzIM U.S. Large Cap Buffer20 Dec ETF. This ETF, under the Allianz brand, is designed to provide investors with exposure to U.S. large-cap equities with a volatility hedged equity strategy. Launched on November 30, 2022, the DECW ETF does not track a specific index but follows an active investment approach. Categorized under the Volatility Hedged Equity segment, it focuses on large-cap equities within the U.S. region. With an expense ratio of 0.74%, Allianz Investment Management LLC ensures that the ETF's strategy and holdings align with its objective of offering a buffer against market volatility. As the ETF industry continues to expand, issuers like Allianz Investment Management LLC play a crucial role in offering innovative and tailored investment options to cater to varying investor needs and goals.
DECW DIVIDEND
While the DEC WisdomTree U.S. High Dividend Fund (DECW) primarily focuses on high dividend-yielding stocks, its dividend distribution is influenced by the performance of these dividend-paying companies. DECW typically distributes dividends on a quarterly basis, and investors are eligible to receive these dividends if they hold shares of the ETF before the ex-dividend date. The ETF follows a dividend-weighted index methodology, emphasizing companies with strong dividend records, making it an attractive option for income-seeking investors looking for a diversified portfolio of dividend-paying stocks.
DECW TRACKING
The DECW AllianzIM U.S. Large Cap Buffer20 Dec ETF, issued by Allianz Investment Management LLC, is an actively managed ETF that does not track a specific index. Instead, it follows a unique investment strategy under the Allianz brand. This ETF falls under the Volatility Hedged Equity category, focusing on U.S. large-cap equities. Launched on November 30, 2022, with an expense ratio of 0.74%, the DECW ETF aims to provide investors with a buffer against market volatility. As an actively managed product, the ETF's performance is determined by the investment decisions made by its management team, rather than tracking a predefined index. This approach allows for more flexibility in responding to market conditions but also requires investors to place trust in the expertise and strategy of the issuer, Allianz Investment Management LLC.
DECW CORRELATION
The AllianzIM U.S. Large Cap Buffer20 Dec ETF the Fund seeks to match the returns of the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust up to a stated upside Cap, while providing a Buffer against the first 20% of the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust losses for the currently effective Outcome Period from December 1, 2022 to November 30, 2023.
DECW SECTOR
The Defiance Next Gen Connectivity ETF (DECW) focuses on sectors related to next-generation connectivity technologies. DECW primarily invests in companies involved in 5G technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. This sector alignment positions the ETF to potentially benefit from the growth and innovation in these cutting-edge industries, making it appealing to investors seeking exposure to the evolving digital landscape. However, it's important to note that the sector's rapid advancements may also entail higher volatility and risks.
DECW EXPOSURE
The exposure characteristic of the ProShares Decline of the Retail Store ETF (DECW) is primarily focused on providing investors with exposure to the performance of an index tracking three separate contract schedules for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Oil futures traded on NYMEX. These contract schedules are equally-weighted, with one-third each, at each semi-annual reset in March and September. The ETF's exposure involves tracking monthly roll schedules, annual roll schedules, and maintaining exposure to WTI crude oil futures contracts, with the goal of delivering returns that mirror the Index. The ETF's exposure strategy involves managing the impact of contango and backwardation in the futures market, which may result in varying weightings of the contract schedules included in the Index between semi-annual reset dates. For investors interested in understanding and analyzing this exposure in detail, the ETF Insider web app offers a comprehensive tool with visualization capabilities, enabling users to explore correlations, overlaps, and other relevant data for DECW and other U.S. ETFs.