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04 Aug 2026, 15:42 UTC · 2h ago

Amplifying SMH Exposure: REX Shares Debuts SMHU & SMHD

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REX Shares and BMO launched the MicroSectors 3X Long (SMHU) and -3X Short (SMHD) Semiconductor ETNs to provide leveraged exposure to the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH). — The introduction of new 3x leveraged tools increases the available speculative capital and volatility potential for the semiconductor sector.
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SMHU and SMHD feature a lower long-term expense ratio of 70 basis points compared to the 75-100 basis points of SOXX-based leveraged alternatives (SOXL/SOXS). — Lower costs may shift trader preference and liquidity from established leveraged semiconductor ETFs to these new ETNs.
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The US leveraged ETF market is growing rapidly, managing approximately $200 billion in assets with over 400 of 700 existing products launched in the last two years. — Broad growth in leveraged product adoption indicates increasing risk appetite among investors.
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