Cathie Wood's Comparison Of Current Stock Market And 1930s Great Depression Draws Criticism From Jim Chanos: 'Complete Financial Insanity'
Portfolio Pulse from Shanthi Rexaline
Cathie Wood's comparison of the current stock market to the 1930s Great Depression has drawn criticism from notable figures like Jim Chanos. Wood argues that the market is over-concentrated and predicts a broadening rally when interest rates fall. Despite her views, her Ark Innovation ETF (ARKK) has underperformed, while broader market ETFs like SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) and iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) have shown gains.
May 24, 2024 | 1:05 pm
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Cathie Wood's Ark Innovation ETF (ARKK) has underperformed the broader market, trading well below its February 2021 high. The fund's heavy exposure to unproven smid-cap companies has backfired.
The article highlights ARKK's significant underperformance compared to broader market indices, attributing it to its investment strategy focused on unproven companies.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
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The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) has gained 1.5% year-to-date, showing modest growth compared to the broader market.
IWM's modest growth is noted, indicating a less dramatic but still positive performance compared to other indices.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 60
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The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) has risen 0.20% in premarket trading and has jumped 11% year-to-date, reflecting the broader market's strength.
SPY's performance is highlighted as a contrast to ARKK, showing the strength of the broader market and investor confidence.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 70