JETS — U.S. Global Jets ETF
Consumer Discretionary Ranked #378 of 458 tracked ETFs · Issued by U.S. Global Investors
JETS Price Performance — Growth of $10,000
Value of a $10,000 investment in JETS over time, compared with SPY. Both lines are rebased to $10,000 on the first shared date. Based on total returns — prices are adjusted for dividends and splits, so this assumes distributions were reinvested. Hover or tap the chart for exact values.
JETS Drawdown
The "underwater" chart: JETS's decline from its highest prior value at each point in time. It shows how deep past losses ran and how long the fund took to recover to break-even.
What If You'd Invested in JETS?
See what a lump sum in JETS would have grown to, with the option to add a regular monthly contribution on top. Figures use total returns — dividends are assumed reinvested.
Past performance doesn't predict future results. Assumes contributions on the first trading day of each month, no trading costs or taxes, and reinvested distributions. History is limited to the range published in the site's daily return data.
Overview
The U.S. Global Jets ETF, managed by U.S. Global Investors, operates within the Consumer Discretionary category where ETFValuer tracks a total of eight funds. Currently holding an overall rank of #366 out of 458 tracked ETFs across all categories, the fund has received an ETFValuer grade of C with a score of 52.2 out of 100. The fund trades at a price of $31.86 and manages $959 million in assets, indicating a moderate level of investor adoption relative to its category peers. It charges an expense ratio of 0.6% while offering a dividend yield of 0.70% to income-seeking investors. The combination of a mid-tier rank and a C grade suggests the fund faces challenges in distinguishing itself within the broader market landscape. Its asset size of $959 million places it as a significant player within its specific sector, though its overall ranking reflects broader performance headwinds. The current price and asset base reflect the fund's position as a specialized vehicle for the aviation sector within the consumer discretionary space.
Recent price action shows a sharp short-term reversal, with the fund gaining +2.87% over one day and +4.42% over one week following a -4.27% decline in the prior month. This volatility contributed to a year-to-date return of +12.62%, which aligns closely with the six-month return of +12.50%. The fund demonstrated significant acceleration over the three-month period, posting a return of +24.79%, which stands out against the more modest one-year return of +30.68%. Over a longer three-year horizon, the fund has generated a cumulative return of +54.73%, indicating sustained growth despite recent fluctuations. The divergence between the strong three-month performance and the slightly lower one-year figure suggests a recent surge in momentum that has not yet fully extended the annual trend. While the one-year return remains positive, the path to that figure involved notable swings, including the monthly dip that preceded the recent weekly gains.
The fund carries a volatility label of Very High, which is consistent with its beta of 1.38, indicating that the ETF tends to move 38% more than the broader market in either direction. This elevated sensitivity is reflected in a maximum drawdown of -35.21%, highlighting the potential for significant capital erosion during market downturns. Despite these risks, the fund has achieved a Sharpe ratio of 0.78, suggesting that the returns generated have compensated investors for the volatility taken relative to a risk-free rate. The combination of a high beta and a deep maximum drawdown implies that the fund experiences amplified swings in both up and down markets compared to the average equity fund. Investors holding this ETF must be prepared for periods of intense price fluctuation, as the volatility label and beta figures confirm a high-risk profile. The Sharpe ratio indicates that while the risk is substantial, the fund has historically delivered returns that justify that exposure to some degree.
AI-generated summary based on the data on this page.
JETS Top Holdings
| # | Holding | % of Net Assets | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delta Air Lines Inc | 11.92% | $78M |
| 2 | United Airlines Holdings Inc | 11.05% | $72M |
| 3 | American Airlines Group Inc | 10.57% | $69M |
| 4 | Southwest Airlines Co | 9.59% | $63M |
| 5 | Mount Vernon Liquid Assets Portfolio, LLC | 8.18% | $53M |
| 6 | JetBlue Airways Corp | 3.75% | $24M |
| 7 | Allegiant Travel Co | 3.71% | $24M |
| 8 | Air Canada | 3.67% | $24M |
| 9 | Frontier Group Holdings Inc | 3.66% | $24M |
| 10 | SkyWest Inc | 3.62% | $24M |
Holdings as of 2026-03-31 per the fund's most recent SEC N-PORT-P filing. Top 10 holdings make up 69.7% of net assets — a rough gauge of concentration risk (the higher this figure, the more the fund's return depends on a handful of names). To see how JETS's holdings overlap with other ETFs you own or are considering, check the Stock Overlap tool.
Which Funds Overlap With JETS
Holding two funds that own the same companies adds cost and complexity without adding much diversification. These tracked ETFs share the most names with JETS's top 10 — IYT overlaps most, holding 2 of the same companies as JETS's top 10 (23.0% of JETS's assets).
| ETF | Name | Shared Companies | JETS Weight | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IYT | iShares Transportation Average ETF | 2 | 23.0% | Delta Air Lines Inc, United Airlines Holdings Inc |
| XTN | State Street SPDR S&P Transportation ETF | 1 | 11.9% | Delta Air Lines Inc |
Compares the top 10 reported holdings of each fund, so it's a floor on true overlap — two S&P 500 trackers overlap ~100% even when only 10 names are listed. Use the Stock Overlap tool to search by individual company.
Market Backdrop
10-Year Treasury Yield: 4.61% (as of 2026-07-28) — The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds — the standard "risk-free rate" benchmark used to contextualize this fund’s Sharpe ratio and returns.
CBOE Volatility Index (VIX): 18.21 (as of 2026-07-28) — A real-time gauge of expected S&P 500 volatility over the next 30 days — useful context for this fund’s own volatility label.
Federal Funds Rate: 3.63% (as of 2026-06-01) — The Federal Reserve’s target policy rate, which anchors short-term borrowing costs across the economy.
What JETS's Fees Cost You
JETS charges an expense ratio of 0.60% a year, deducted automatically from the fund's value. Small percentages compound into real money — adjust the figures below to see the impact on your own numbers.
Assumes a constant gross return and no additional contributions — a simplification, but it isolates exactly what the expense ratio costs. Try the full fee calculator to model contributions and compare any two funds.
JETS Dividend Income Estimator
JETS currently yields 0.70%. Enter an amount to see the income that implies, or set a monthly income target to see the investment it would take.
Based on the fund's current trailing yield, which varies with price and distributions — treat it as an estimate, not a guarantee. Yields are not adjusted for tax.
JETS Liquidity, Domicile & Tax Treatment
Liquidity: Quoted bid/ask spread is 1.28% and average daily volume is 3.3M/day. Tighter spreads and higher volume mean lower round-trip trading costs; this is a live-market snapshot and can widen during volatile sessions. AUM of $959M provides ample scale, supporting tight spreads and issuer commitment to keep the fund open.
Domicile & tax treatment: JETS is a US-domiciled, SEC-registered ('40 Act) exchange-traded fund. Dividends and capital gains distributions are reported to US investors on Form 1099-DIV, and the fund is not subject to the PFIC reporting or UCITS-specific rules that apply to Irish- or Luxembourg-domiciled funds. Non-US investors should note that US-domiciled ETFs are generally subject to 30% US withholding tax on dividends (unless reduced by treaty) and to US estate tax exposure on the position — Irish-domiciled UCITS ETFs tracking the same index often avoid both, which is why non-US residents frequently prefer the UCITS equivalent where one exists. This is general information, not tax advice — consult a tax professional for your situation.
JETS Performance History
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1-Day | -2.79% |
| 1-Week | +2.89% |
| 1-Month | -6.38% |
| 3-Month | +22.51% |
| 6-Month | +11.16% |
| YTD | +9.47% |
| 1-Year | +26.51% |
| 3-Year | +54.11% |
How JETS Compares to Other Consumer Discretionary ETFs
| Rank | Grade | Ticker | Name | 1-Year | Exp. Ratio | AUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #378 | C |
JETS | U.S. Global Jets ETF | +26.51% | 0.6% | $959M |
| #397 | D |
XLY | State Street Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR ETF | -0.54% | 0.08% | $22.6B |
| #402 | D |
XRT | State Street SPDR S&P Retail ETF | +12.90% | 0.35% | $381M |
| #407 | D |
VCR | Vanguard Consumer Discretionary Index Fund ETF Shares | +1.49% | 0.09% | $6.83B |
| #415 | D |
FDIS | Fidelity MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF | +1.51% | 0.084% | $1.70B |
| #417 | D |
IYC | iShares US Consumer Discretionary ETF | -1.35% | 0.38% | $1.16B |
| #429 | D |
XHB | State Street SPDR S&P Homebuilders ETF | -1.05% | 0.35% | $1.63B |
| #437 | F |
ITB | iShares U.S. Home Construction ETF | -3.45% | 0.38% | $2.60B |