SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF
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Funds holding %
of 7,407 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
77% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 53 | Existing positions closed: 30
39% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 92 | Existing positions reduced: 66
7% more funds holding
Funds holding: 253 [Q3] → 271 (+18) [Q4]
0% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 4 [Q3] → 4 (+0) [Q4]
6.37% less ownership
Funds ownership: 79.12% [Q3] → 72.76% (-6.37%) [Q4]
18% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $1.47B [Q3] → $1.21B (-$261M) [Q4]
62% less call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $232M | Put options by funds: $615M
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for XME.
Financial journalist opinion
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 days ago
XME: An Alternative To Gold But Cheaper
I rate XME a ‘Buy' due to its low valuation compared to gold and its potential to hedge against tariff-fuelled inflation and dollar depreciation. XME trades at a discount relative to the broader market with a P/B of 1.41, P/E of 14.1, and P/CF of 8.42. XME historically outperforms gold during recovery phases after being temporarily devalued relative to gold during broader market sell-offs.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 weeks ago
XME: 'Critical Minerals' Have Found A New Importance In 2025
The SPDR S&P Metals and Mining ETF has outperformed the broader materials sector recently, despite long-term underperformance. I believe this outperformance will continue, as the sub-sector is still cheaper by valuation than the broader sector fund. New executive orders compel many agencies and departments of the government to fast-track minerals production, and reduce barriers to entry.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 months ago
XME: The Ideal ETF To Buy For President Trump's Tariff Plans
The S&P 500's historic high suggests caution; investing in cheaper ETFs like SPDR S&P Metals and Mining ETF offers better value. XME, with significant exposure to steel and cyclical commodities, is positioned for potential gains as steel shows signs of recovery. XME's equal-weighted approach results in higher volatility and P/E ratios, but offers strong short to medium-term commodity appreciation potential.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
4 months ago
Why The Market May Get Turned Upside Down In 2025
AI stocks have dominated the market in 2024, dragging the S&P 500 higher with them. I think the market may get turned upside down in 2025. I share why and also share some of my top picks for the new year.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 months ago
XME: Metals And Mining Stocks Are Cyclically Well Positioned, But Not Cheap
SPDR S&P Metals and Mining ETF seeks to replicate the S&P Metals & Mining Select Industry Index, with an expense ratio of 0.35% and $1.95 billion AUM. XME has shown recent gains but remains volatile; its performance is often outpaced by the S&P 500 due to inherent sector biases. Cyclical factors and potential economic boosts under a Trump presidency could drive demand for commodities, favoring metals and mining stocks.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
7 months ago
XME: Buy On Overblown Recession Fears
XME's recent weakness may be a buying opportunity as recession fears are likely overdone, with potential for a recovery rally post-election. XME tracks the S&P Metals and Mining Select Industry Index, holding a diversified yet volatile mix of 36 equally weighted large and small cap stocks. Despite recent economic indicators suggesting a downturn, the slow-moving cycle implies a recession might still be months away, making the current panic premature.
Positive
ETF Trends
9 months ago
BlackRock's Top Thematic Trends to Watch in 2H
Halfway through the year, thematic equity ETFs have exhibited wide levels of dispersion but continue to capture the market's attention heading into the second half of 2024.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
10 months ago
XME: Dr. Copper Sending A Warning Diagnosis (Rating Downgrade)
Copper prices hit a two-month low amid concerns about global growth trade and a rising US Dollar Index. I am downgrading the SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF (XME) from buy to hold, as the fund is more expensive on a P/E basis today versus last summer. XME faces technical challenges, too, with a broken uptrend.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 year ago
XME ETF: Strong Performance As Gold Surges
SPDR® S&P Metals and Mining ETF is designed to track the performance of companies in the metals and mining industry, providing exposure to the global metals and mining industry. The XME ETF holds a diverse portfolio of stocks, including large-cap and small-cap companies in various segments of the metals and mining sector. XME has outperformed alternative metal and basic materials funds, but is still sensitive to macroeconomic factors and operational risks.
Positive
Barrons
1 year ago
Materials, Miners and Big Oil Stocks Have More Upside
Cyclical stocks, which are pegged to the economy's health, are rallying, and it isn't too late to get in.
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