The Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF (COWZ) gained alongside energy stocks like Exxon Mobil after Brent crude oil prices surged nearly 14% in five days. The ETF, which screens for high free-cash-flow companies, benefits from its roughly 16% energy sector weighting, driving its 8% gain year to date. Brent crude prices and Middle East supply risks remain key factors to watch, as they influence the ETF's energy exposure during quarterly rebalances. If Brent stays above $75, energy holdings in COWZ are likely to increase, while prices below $70 could shift the fund's focus toward staples and healthcare sectors.
The renewed conflict in the Middle East is causing a sustained shock to energy and commodity supplies, leading to higher inflation and preventing the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates, with possible hikes ahead. This situation comes as U.S....
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