SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust
Price
$771.10
YTD
+12.85%
Expense
0.09%
Yield
1.25%
ARKK
ARKK NYSE
ARK Innovation ETF · by ARK Invest
Price
$87.38
YTD return
-8.42%
1Y return
-8.50%
Expense ratio
0.75%
Dividend yield
0.00%
AUM
$6.8B
ARK Innovation ETF is an actively managed fund targeting disruptive innovation across genomics, fintech, AI, autonomous technology, and next-gen internet. Known for high-conviction, high-volatility bets.
What is ARKK?
ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) is an actively managed ETF led by Cathie Wood that invests in companies expected to benefit from disruptive innovation across genomics, fintech, AI, robotics, and energy storage.
The Active Management Approach
Unlike passive index ETFs, ARKK is actively managed with high-conviction bets. The fund typically holds 30-50 stocks with significant position sizes, leading to high volatility but massive upside potential during innovation-led bull markets.
Innovation Themes
- Artificial Intelligence: 25.5%
- Next Gen Internet: 22.8%
- Fintech Innovation: 18.2%
- DNA Revolution: 15.5%
- Autonomous Technology: 10.8%
- Energy Innovation: 7.2%
Risk Profile
ARKK is one of the most volatile ETFs available. It gained 150% in 2020 but lost 67% from its 2021 peak. Only suitable for investors with high risk tolerance and long time horizons who believe in disruptive technology adoption curves.
ARKK Performance Context
ARKK's performance is heavily dependent on interest rate cycles. Low rates favor growth/innovation stocks, while rising rates create significant headwinds. The fund's concentrated positions amplify both gains and losses.
Top holdings
Every holding links to its own page with a live price and the full list of funds that own it.
| # | Holding | Ticker | Sector | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesla Inc. | TSLA | Consumer Discretionary | 11.20% | $354.81 2.60% |
| 2 | Roku Inc. | ROKU | Communication Services | 8.50% | $156.25 -1.48% |
| 3 | Coinbase Global | COIN | Financials | 7.80% | $190.72 4.92% |
| 4 | Block Inc. | SQ | Financials | 6.50% | — |
| 5 | UiPath | PATH | Technology | 5.20% | $18.33 9.37% |
| 6 | Roblox Corp. | RBLX | Communication Services | 4.80% | $38.15 1.57% |
| 7 | Zoom Video | ZM | Technology | 4.50% | $100.27 6.86% |
| 8 | Palantir Technologies | PLTR | Technology | 4.20% | $185.93 4.75% |
| 9 | Shopify | SHOP | Technology | 3.80% | $154.33 2.69% |
| 10 | DraftKings | DKNG | Consumer Discretionary | 3.50% | $24.22 -2.26% |
Frequently asked questions
Is ARKK a good investment?
ARKK is a high-risk, high-reward bet on disruptive innovation. It's suitable for aggressive investors willing to accept extreme volatility.
Why did ARKK crash?
ARKK fell 75%+ from its 2021 peak as rising interest rates punished high-growth, unprofitable tech stocks that dominate its portfolio.
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