Alpha vs SPY, since launch

+0.00%

Vega total return minus SPY total return. Positive means Vega is ahead of the index.

Vega NAV 100.00
SPY NAV 100.00

Both NAVs start at 100 on the pilot launch date.

11 sectors

Current sector calls

Each card: SPY weight, plus Vega's tilt, equals Vega's target weight. Conviction and valuation on the side.

XLBMaterialsMAINTAINING
Conviction52.0
Vega view-Valuation-
SPY weight1.9%
+ Tilt+0.11 pp
= Target2.0%
Current weight (drives NAV)1.9%vs target -0.11 pp
XLEEnergyMAINTAINING
Conviction53.8
Vega view-Valuation-
SPY weight3.3%
+ Tilt+0.05 pp
= Target3.3%
Current weight (drives NAV)3.3%vs target -0.05 pp
XLFFinancialsMAINTAINING
Conviction54.2
Vega view-Valuation-
SPY weight11.3%
+ Tilt+0.19 pp
= Target11.5%
Current weight (drives NAV)11.3%vs target -0.19 pp
XLIIndustrialsMAINTAINING
Conviction52.7
Vega view-Valuation-
SPY weight8.4%
+ Tilt+0.05 pp
= Target8.5%
Current weight (drives NAV)8.4%vs target -0.05 pp
XLREReal EstateMAINTAINING
Conviction47.5
Vega view-Valuation-
SPY weight1.8%
+ Tilt+0.17 pp
= Target2.0%
Current weight (drives NAV)1.8%vs target -0.17 pp
XLUUtilitiesMAINTAINING
Conviction46.6
Vega view-Valuation-
SPY weight2.2%
+ Tilt-0.09 pp
= Target2.1%
Current weight (drives NAV)2.2%vs target +0.09 pp
XLVHealth CareMAINTAINING
Conviction51.1
Vega view-Valuation-
SPY weight8.2%
+ Tilt-0.06 pp
= Target8.2%
Current weight (drives NAV)8.2%vs target +0.06 pp

SPY mix and Vega tilt

Where Vega is above or below SPY

SPY sector weight, Vega's tilt, Vega target weight, and Vega's current weight.

SPY sector weight + Tilt = Vega target weight. Target weight is where Vega wants to be today after applying its sector tilt. Current Vega weight is where the portfolio actually sits today; it can lag the target because Vega only rebalances when the gap is wide enough (rebalance band: 5 pp). Vega NAV is compounded using the current weight, so headline alpha vs SPY reflects executed positioning, not the model's intended target.

SectorSPY sector weightTilt vs SPYVega target weightCurrent Vega weightVega viewConvictionValuation
MaterialsXLB1.9%+0.11 ppMore than SPY2.0%1.9%-52.0-
Communication ServicesXLC10.8%-0.28 ppLess than SPY10.5%10.8%-48.7-
EnergyXLE3.3%+0.05 ppMore than SPY3.3%3.3%-53.8-
FinancialsXLF11.3%+0.19 ppMore than SPY11.5%11.3%-54.2-
IndustrialsXLI8.4%+0.05 ppMore than SPY8.5%8.4%-52.7-
Information TechnologyXLK37.5%+0.46 ppMore than SPY37.9%37.5%-53.6-
Consumer StaplesXLP4.8%-0.01 ppLess than SPY4.8%4.8%-51.8-
Real EstateXLRE1.8%+0.17 ppMore than SPY2.0%1.8%-47.5-
UtilitiesXLU2.2%-0.09 ppLess than SPY2.1%2.2%-46.6-
Health CareXLV8.2%-0.06 ppLess than SPY8.2%8.2%-51.1-
Consumer DiscretionaryXLY9.7%-0.47 ppLess than SPY9.2%9.7%-45.8-

Recent events

Events noted by sector

Score impact is the model's recorded event effect for the sector.

DateSectorEvent notedSourceScore impactSectors affected
2026-05-15XLBRecord copper prices directly benefit major sector constituents like FCX and improve mining margins.news+6.791
2026-05-15XLBStrong revenue growth in construction materials (CRH) signals robust US construction spending.news+3.541
2026-05-15XLREThe 30-year Treasury yield just broke to its highest level in almost 20 yearsnews-17.092
2026-05-15XLB30-year Treasury yield tops 5.1%, highest in nearly a yearnews-2.401
2026-05-15XLBBond market believes Fed behind the curve on inflation as Warsh takes overnews-1.191
2026-05-15XLBAs the top gold constituent (NEM), superior cost control and production scale drive sector profitability.news+3.841
2026-05-15XLBStrong performance in agricultural chemicals reflects healthy demand and pricing power in the chemicals sub-segment.news+3.481
2026-05-15XLCWBD's significant earnings miss and revenue decline reflect broader pressures on streaming profitability and traditional media ad spend.news-7.411
2026-05-15XLEA significant weekly draw in crude stocks below the 5-year range is a primary bullish trigger for the sector.news+3.941
2026-05-15XLEGeopolitical conflict in Iran directly threatens supply and accelerates global inventory depletion, supporting higher crude prices.news+5.771
2026-05-15XLEHow China and U.S. eased the Middle East oil shock and kept prices from spiking even highernews-2.401
2026-05-15XLEOil prices jump after Trump says he is losing patience with Irannews+3.001
2026-05-15XLEChina will buy more U.S. oil because it is a natural trade partner, says Energy Secretary Wrightnews+3.991
2026-05-15XLEApproval of the Greater Ekofisk project increases production capacity and gas delivery potential for a top sector constituent.news+3.951
2026-05-15XLFJPM's earnings beat driven by robust NII directly validates the NIM trajectory and rate environment thesis for the sector's largest bank.news+4.931
2026-05-15XLFAs the second-largest US bank, BAC's quarterly results are a primary driver of sector-wide NIM and credit quality trends.news+0.581
2026-05-15XLFBond market believes Fed behind the curve on inflation as Warsh takes overnews+2.971
2026-05-15XLFThe 30-year Treasury yield just broke to its highest level in almost 20 yearsnews+5.001
2026-05-15XLF30-year Treasury yield tops 5.1%, highest in nearly a yearnews+2.001
2026-05-15XLFStephen Miran exits the Fed. How he set the stage for Kevin Warsh.news+2.001
2026-05-15XLFRecord profits in wealth management and capital markets expansion signal strong revenue growth for major investment banks.news+3.891
2026-05-15XLIIncreased revenue and margin guidance for electrical equipment (GEV) driven by data center infrastructure directly supports the industrial capex thesis.news+5.841
2026-05-15XLIAccelerating engine orders and services activity at GE Aerospace are leading indicators for the aircraft delivery cycle.news+2.971
2026-05-15XLINew missile defense contracts and expanded radar production provide multi-year revenue visibility for defense primes like RTX.news+3.871
2026-05-15XLISpecific DoD contract awards for maritime systems support the defense budget and program funding thesis.news+2.991
2026-05-15XLKApplied Materials' bullish guidance reflects increased production capacity by chipmakers, directly impacting semiconductor billings and hyperscaler capex.news+6.951
2026-05-15XLKDiplomatic engagement regarding China trade directly impacts Nvidia's addressable market and global semiconductor sales volumes.news+2.901
2026-05-15XLKThe successful $95B valuation IPO of a major AI chip designer signals robust capital flow and demand within the AI infrastructure segment.news+3.981
2026-05-15XLKA major institutional stake based on Azure and M365 durability reinforces the positive outlook for enterprise cloud revenue growth.news+3.991
2026-05-15XLPVertical integration into dairy production supports Walmart's high-margin private label brands (Great Value, Member's Mark) and price competitiveness.news+7.631
2026-05-15XLPConfirmed fiscal year results showing 5% revenue growth and faster operating income growth indicate strong volume trends and margin expansion.news+2.681
2026-05-15XLPMonster Beverage: Q1 Earnings Snapshot - kens5.comnews+0.001
2026-05-15XLPPepsiCo Declares Quarterly Dividend - PR Newswirenews+0.001
2026-05-15XLREStrong earnings and raised FFO guidance across 60% of REITs indicate robust property fundamentals despite high interest rates.news+5.881
2026-05-15XLREHigher occupancy and income in coastal markets like California drive core FFO growth for residential REITs.news+3.931
2026-05-15XLREWelltower and Ventas are using scale and data science to secure off-market deals, driving double-digit NOI growth in healthcare.news+7.841
2026-05-15XLREIndustrial leader PLD is pivoting to data center 'powered shells', tapping into high-growth AI infrastructure demand.news+5.941
2026-05-15XLREBond market believes Fed behind the curve on inflation as Warsh takes overnews-4.741
2026-05-15XLRE30-year Treasury yield tops 5.1%, highest in nearly a yearnews-12.001
2026-05-15XLRERecord construction spending and double-digit revenue growth at EQIX, DLR, and AMT confirm structural AI-driven demand.news+6.941
2026-05-15XLUCEG's massive revenue jump and guidance raise are driven by nuclear production tax credits and surging AI data center demand.news+3.651
2026-05-15XLUThe 8% capex increase is specifically targeted at supporting 63 GW of incremental load, primarily from data centers.news+4.951
2026-05-15XLULarge-scale equity financing is critical for funding the utility's expanded capex cycle but can be dilutive to EPS.news-3.471
2026-05-15XLU30-year Treasury yield tops 5.1%, highest in nearly a yearnews-5.991
2026-05-15XLUThe 30-year Treasury yield just broke to its highest level in almost 20 yearsnews-8.402
2026-05-15XLVPrescription growth for Lilly's oral GLP-1 Foundayo directly impacts the revenue trajectory of the sector's largest constituent.news+6.001
2026-05-15XLVFDA approval for a new product is a direct catalyst for biotech revenue and market positioning.news+4.991
2026-05-15XLVMassive restructuring and layoffs are a direct response to generic-related revenue declines and patent cliffs.news-2.381
2026-05-15XLVConsolidation and workforce reduction following a multi-billion dollar M&A deal reflects sector-wide M&A integration trends.news+0.001
2026-05-15XLV30-year Treasury yield tops 5.1%, highest in nearly a yearnews-4.801