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Software and IT services undervalued; Baron Technology ETF offers global tech exposure with mixed appeal.

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16 Oct 2026
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Software and IT services undervalued; Baron Technology ETF offers global tech exposure with mixed appeal.

Software and IT services sectors are currently undervalued compared to their 11-year averages, while other tech subsectors appear overvalued. The Baron Technology ETF provides active global technology exposure with 38 holdings and a 0.75% expense ratio, but its short track record and high fees raise concerns despite strong cash flow growth. Additionally, 10 tech stocks are trading cheaper than their peers as of October. This analysis comes from Fred Piard, a seasoned quantitative analyst, who shares insights on value, quality, and momentum in the tech sector to guide investors.

The BCTK Technology Dashboard for October highlights sector valuation insights. For readers following technology stocks, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Oct 16, 2026 16:11 WIB: of 150 priced Technology-sector US stocks tradable on Pluang, 85 rose and 59 fell today. Notable movers include CRWD at USD 248.27 with Pluang order activity 75% Sell / 25% Buy and a typical hold time of 97 days, ZS at USD 223.73 with 100% Sell / 0% Buy and a 42-day hold time, and OKTA at USD 211.64 with 81% Sell / 19% Buy and a 44-day hold time.

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