Weekly Channel Summary
The Single Stock ETF channel continues its aggressive evolution, now boasting a massive $38.5 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM) across 422 ETFs from 18 brands. This past week saw traders piling back into risk, with $605 million in net weekly inflows, driven almost entirely by the Levered category. While the Year-To-Date (YTD) flow remains slightly in the red at ($288 million), the one-year story is one of explosive growth, with a staggering $24.7 billion in fresh capital entering the space over the last 12 months.
This Week’s Performance Leaders and Laggards
Sentiment was a tale of two tape-measures this week. High-beta and speculative tech names skyrocketed, led by a massive 17.43% surge in Lemonade Inc (LMND) and a recovery in Biotech giant Moderna (MRNA). Meanwhile, the defense sector cratered; AeroVironment (AVAV) and Kratos (KTOS) saw double-digit declines as investors rotated out of safety and into growth. Semiconductors also showed signs of life, with AMD gaining over 12% on the week.
Top & Bottom Underlying Stock Performance (WTD)
| Ticker | Underlying Stock | WTD Return | YTD Return | Fund Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Performers | ||||
| LMND | Lemonade Inc | 17.43% | 31.01% | 1 |
| MRNA | Moderna, Inc. | 16.45% | 65.17% | 1 |
| ENPH | Enphase Energy, Inc. | 12.81% | 23.12% | 1 |
| PBR | Petroleo Brasileiro SA | 12.53% | 20.51% | 1 |
| AMD | Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. | 12.01% | 21.26% | 9 |
| Bottom Performers | ||||
| AVAV | AeroVironment, Inc. | -21.66% | 27.23% | 1 |
| KTOS | Kratos Defense & Security | -15.55% | 45.42% | 1 |
| RBLX | Roblox Corp. Class A | -15.08% | -8.53% | 1 |
| UPXI | Upexi, Inc. | -13.42% | 19.05% | 1 |
| NBIS | Nebius Group N.V. | -13.09% | 12.90% | 3 |
Weekly Performance: The Winners and Losers
Leverage in a hot market is a powerful drug. The LMNX (2x LMND) delivered a jaw-dropping 34.41% return in just five days, demonstrating exactly why these tactical tools are a favorite for short-term traders. On the flip side, the daily reset proved painful for defense bulls, as AVXX cratered -41.06%, illustrating the punishing downside of single-stock leverage when the underlying narrative shifts.
| Ticker | Fund Name | WTD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Top ETF Performers | ||
| LMNX | Defiance Daily Target 2x Long LMND ETF | 34.41% |
| PBRG | Leverage Shares 2X Long PBR Daily ETF | 25.84% |
| ENPX | Tradr 2X Long ENPH Daily ETF | 24.96% |
| AMUU | Direxion Daily AMD Bull 2X Shares ETF | 24.55% |
| AMDL | GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF | 24.54% |
| Bottom ETF Performers | ||
| AVXX | Defiance Daily Target 2x Long AVAV ETF | -41.06% |
| KTUP | T-REX 2X Long KTOS Daily Target ETF | -29.56% |
| RBLU | T-REX 2X Long RBLX Daily Target ETF | -29.13% |
| PXIU | T-REX 2X Long UPXI Daily Target ETF | -27.15% |
| FLYT | Tradr 2X Long FLY Daily ETF | -25.86% |
Analyzing the Weekly Flows
The flow data screaming “Risk On” this week. Levered Single Stock ETFs sucked up $777 million in net new money, while investors headed for the exits in more defensive or yield-focused categories. Synthetic Income ETFs saw an exodus of ($110 million) and Inverse funds bled ($64 million). This rotation suggests traders are no longer hedging for a downturn but are instead sizing up for a continued growth rally.
Where the Money Went This Week
| Category | Fund Count | AUM | 5 Day Flow | 30 Day Flow | YTD Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levered | 243 | $27,721.8M | $777M | $809M | $64M |
| Currency Hedged | 10 | $25.1M | $1M | $9M | $7M |
| Inverse | 46 | $1,237.5M | ($64M) | ($236M) | ($141M) |
| Synthetic Income | 101 | $9,538.0M | ($110M) | ($384M) | ($218M) |
Flow Leaders & Laggards: The ETF Tale of the Tape
Individual ticker action was dominated by Micron (MU) bulls. The MUU led the pack with $118 million in inflows, as traders bets on a semiconductor breakout. Coinbase (COIN) also saw strong conviction with CONL bringing in $78 million. In contrast, the YieldMax AMD Option Income ETF (AMDY) bled ($50 million) as investors likely opted for the direct 2x leverage of AMDL to capture raw upside.
| Ticker | Fund Name | 5-Day Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Top ETF Inflows | ||
| MUU | Direxion Daily MU Bull 2X Shares | $118M |
| CONL | GraniteShares 2x Long COIN Daily ETF | $78M |
| RKLX | Defiance Daily Target 2X Long RKLB ETF | $76M |
| PLTU | Direxion Daily PLTR Bull 2X Shares | $71M |
| INTW | GraniteShares 2x Long INTC Daily ETF | $66M |
| Top ETF Outflows | ||
| AMDY | YieldMax AMD Option Income Strategy ETF | ($50M) |
| TSLL | Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 2X Shares | ($37M) |
| ASTX | Tradr 2X Long ASTS Daily ETF | ($37M) |
| CWVX | Tradr 2X Long CRWV Daily ETF | ($35M) |
| NVDX | T-Rex 2X Long NVIDIA Daily Target ETF | ($31M) |
Issuer League Table Update
The battle for dominance in the Single Stock ETF world is heating up. Direxion maintains its crown with 31.72% market share and a powerful $278 million in weekly flows. GraniteShares is hot on its heels, capturing $234 million this week. Meanwhile, the income giants like YieldMax and Tradr had a tougher go of it, seeing combined outflows as the market pivoted away from yield toward pure directional leverage.
The Heavyweights: Top 5 Issuers by AUM
| Brand | Fund Count | AUM | AUM Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direxion | 51 | $12.24B | 31.72% |
| GraniteShares | 56 | $8.77B | 22.72% |
| YieldMax | 41 | $7.55B | 19.56% |
| Defiance | 51 | $3.07B | 7.96% |
| T-Rex | 34 | $2.48B | 6.43% |
Weekly Flows: Issuer Edition
| Brand | 5-Day Flow |
|---|---|
| Top Issuer Inflows | |
| Direxion | $278M |
| GraniteShares | $234M |
| Defiance | $175M |
| Top Issuer Outflows | |
| YieldMax | ($80M) |
| Roundhill | ($36M) |
| Tradr | ($26M) |
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Disclosures
This material is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. All investments, including ETFs, involve risk, including the possible loss of principal. Investors should consider their investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses carefully before investing.
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