What is the LNAS ETF used for?
The Global X Ultra Long Nasdaq 100 Hedge Fund (ASX: LNAS) ETF is an ETF designed to provide amplified or ‘geared’ exposure to the popular NASDAQ 100 stock market index.
The LNAS ETF could be used by investors who are seeking to add gearing to their portfolio and are willing to accept the higher risks associated with that. There are particular risks associated with geared ETFs that your financial adviser can (and should) explain to you before investing.
Keep an eye on FUM
The Global X LNAS ETF had $29.17 million of money invested when we last pulled the monthly numbers. With a funds under management (FUM) or ‘market cap’ figure of less than $100 million, it’s important to consider if this ETF is still too small.
We say an ETF with more than $100 million invested is typically more sustainable than one with less than $100 million (at least). This is because if an ETF is too small, it may not be sustainable for an ETF issuer/provider, such as Global X, to continue to operate it.
That said, there are exceptions to this rule of thumb, especially if the ETF issuer is committed to growing the ETF’s FUM to the point where it becomes profitable.
Fees and costs for investors
Global X charges investors a yearly management fee of 1.00% for the LNAS ETF. This means that if you invested $2,000 in LNAS for a full year, you could expect to pay management fees of around $20.00.
For context, the average management fee (MER) of all ETFs covered by Best ETFs Australia on our complete list of ASX ETFs is 0.5% or around $10.00 per $2,000 invested. Keep in mind, small changes in fees can make a big difference after 10 or 20 years.
Summary
These are just some of the considerations or factors you would need to look at when weighing up the LNAS ETF. Before doing anything, take a look at our Global X LNAS report – it’s free. While you’re at it, don’t forget to search our complete list of ASX ETFs.
