11 Sectors Tracked
2026-05-14 Tracking Since
Day 11 of Daily Monitoring
2026-05-24 Current Date

Alpha vs SPY, since launch

+1.02%

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

Vega NAV 102.13
SPY NAV 101.11

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
Conviction55.8
Vega viewUNDERWEIGHTValuation-
SPY weight1.8%
+ Tilt-0.07 pp
= Target1.8%
Current weight (drives NAV)1.8%vs target +0.01 pp
XLEEnergyMAINTAINING
Conviction64.7
Vega viewOVERWEIGHTValuation-
SPY weight3.4%
+ Tilt+0.09 pp
= Target3.4%
Current weight (drives NAV)3.4%vs target -0.02 pp
XLFFinancialsMAINTAINING
Conviction57.9
Vega viewUNDERWEIGHTValuation-
SPY weight11.5%
+ Tilt-0.28 pp
= Target11.2%
Current weight (drives NAV)11.4%vs target +0.13 pp
XLIIndustrialsMAINTAINING
Conviction62.2
Vega viewOVERWEIGHTValuation-
SPY weight8.3%
+ Tilt+0.06 pp
= Target8.4%
Current weight (drives NAV)8.4%vs target +0.08 pp
XLREReal EstateMAINTAINING
Conviction53.2
Vega viewUNDERWEIGHTValuation-
SPY weight1.9%
+ Tilt-0.11 pp
= Target1.8%
Current weight (drives NAV)1.8%vs target +0.01 pp
XLUUtilitiesMAINTAINING
Conviction59.6
Vega viewNEUTRALValuation-
SPY weight2.2%
+ Tilt-0.03 pp
= Target2.1%
Current weight (drives NAV)2.2%vs target +0.02 pp
XLVHealth CareMAINTAINING
Conviction52.9
Vega viewUNDERWEIGHTValuation-
SPY weight8.4%
+ Tilt-0.51 pp
= Target7.8%
Current weight (drives NAV)8.0%vs target +0.13 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
MaterialsXLB1.8%-0.07 ppLess than SPY1.8%1.8%UNDERWEIGHT55.8-
Communication ServicesXLC10.6%-0.71 ppLess than SPY9.9%9.9%UNDERWEIGHT52.0-
EnergyXLE3.4%+0.09 ppMore than SPY3.4%3.4%OVERWEIGHT64.7-
FinancialsXLF11.5%-0.28 ppLess than SPY11.2%11.4%UNDERWEIGHT57.9-
IndustrialsXLI8.3%+0.06 ppMore than SPY8.4%8.4%OVERWEIGHT62.2-
Information TechnologyXLK37.3%+3.05 ppMore than SPY40.3%39.9%OVERWEIGHT72.3-
Consumer StaplesXLP4.8%-0.26 ppLess than SPY4.5%4.6%UNDERWEIGHT53.7-
Real EstateXLRE1.9%-0.11 ppLess than SPY1.8%1.8%UNDERWEIGHT53.2-
UtilitiesXLU2.2%-0.03 ppLess than SPY2.1%2.2%NEUTRAL59.6-
Health CareXLV8.4%-0.51 ppLess than SPY7.8%8.0%UNDERWEIGHT52.9-
Consumer DiscretionaryXLY9.7%-1.06 ppLess than SPY8.7%8.7%UNDERWEIGHT46.3-

Recent events

Events noted by sector

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

DateSectorEvent notedSourceScore impactSectors affected
2026-05-24XLKStrong iPhone hardware cycles and revenue growth are key drivers for Apple's weight in the XLK sector.news+6.001
2026-05-24XLKLegal disputes over control of major chipmakers can disrupt supply chains and impact global semiconductor billings.news-2.401
2026-05-24XLKAMD's massive capital commitment to advanced packaging and 2nm nodes directly impacts semiconductor supply and AI infrastructure.news+12.001
2026-05-24XLKMicrosoft's cloud and AI revenue growth are primary signals for enterprise software demand and hyperscaler capex.news+14.001
2026-05-24XLIIncreased European defense appropriations expand the addressable market for major defense primes like RTX and LMT.news+2.001
2026-05-24XLINew defense propulsion contract for GE Aerospace provides multi-year visibility and aligns with the defense budget factor.news+2.001
2026-05-24XLFThe development of bank-led stablecoins impacts payment network dominance and regulatory frameworks for digital assets.news+0.001
2026-05-24XLFStrong capital markets and wealth management activity are offsetting slowing loan growth and elevated credit losses.news+0.001
2026-05-24XLFMajor investment banking mandates for top-tier IPOs drive capital markets revenue for JPM, GS, and BAC.news+4.001
2026-05-24XLEWar-related supply disruptions and surging export demand drive higher crude spot prices, benefiting integrated majors like XOM and CVX.news+4.001
2026-05-24XLESecuring long-term supply from ConocoPhillips is a critical milestone for the Alaska LNG project, supporting long-term natural gas monetization.news+7.001
2026-05-24XLCExpansion of ad inventory and targeted sponsorship capabilities drives the monetization of the streaming segment.news+4.001
2026-05-24XLCStrong ad momentum and double-digit growth in impressions directly support the revenue engine for XLC's largest constituent.news+4.001
2026-05-24XLBSurging copper prices directly improve margins for FCX and reflect robust demand from China and infrastructure projects.news+3.001
2026-05-24XLYStrong earnings and raised guidance from a top off-price retailer indicate resilient consumer spend and retail sales health.news+2.001
2026-05-24XLYTesla's earnings beat and demand rebound directly impact the sector's second-largest constituent and the broader EV market outlook.news+2.001
2026-05-24XLVMost-favored-nation pricing policies directly threaten the high-margin US pricing model for branded pharma.news-2.401
2026-05-24XLVLarge-scale M&A activity indicates strong capital availability and valuation support for the pharmaceutical sector.news+1.001
2026-05-24XLVThe loss of exclusivity for major drugs represents a multi-year revenue risk for large-cap pharma constituents.news-2.401
2026-05-24XLUDirect evidence of data center load growth triggering rate increases to support utility infrastructure investment.news+5.001
2026-05-24XLUThe DOE reliability order highlights the critical shortage of dispatchable power and extends the life of existing generation assets.news+4.001
2026-05-24XLYTrade barriers and tariff-driven supply chain shifts increase structural costs for global automakers.news-2.401
2026-05-24XLUAEP's $6B capex increase and 63GW contracted load directly validate the AI and data-center load growth thesis.news+5.001
2026-05-24XLREA merger of two top residential REITs creates a dominant force in rental housing, impacting pricing power and operational efficiency in the multifamily segment.news+1.001
2026-05-24XLPWalmart's 7.3% revenue growth and eCommerce strength reflect volume trends and consumer shift toward value-oriented mass retail.news+0.001
2026-05-23XLKNvidia Crushes Earnings, But AI Chip Supply Crunch Looms - Benzinganews+3.001
2026-05-23XLKAMD's $10B investment in advanced packaging directly supports the AI infrastructure demand and semiconductor billing cycle.news+4.001
2026-05-23XLILarge-scale electrical equipment orders for grid storage drive growth for GEV's power infrastructure segment.news+2.001
2026-05-23XLIThe deal shifts CAT's profile toward power infrastructure and data center support, diversifying beyond traditional heavy machinery.news+5.001
2026-05-23XLINew defense propulsion contract for GE Aerospace provides multi-year visibility and aligns with the defense budget factor.news+10.001
2026-05-23XLFHELOC and home equity loan rates today, May 22, 2026: Rates stay low as some homeowners delay renovationsnews+0.001
2026-05-23XLFMortgage and refinance interest rates today, May 22, 2026: Rates finally move lowernews+0.001
2026-05-23XLFLeading a potentially record-breaking IPO generates significant advisory fees for major capital markets constituents.news+2.001
2026-05-23XLFA change in Fed leadership directly impacts the trajectory of interest rates and the regulatory environment for money-center banks.news+2.001
2026-05-23XLEDeclining refined product inventories support higher crack spreads and refiner margins for companies like PSX and VLO.news+12.001
2026-05-23XLEWar-related supply disruptions and surging export demand drive higher crude spot prices, benefiting integrated majors like XOM and CVX.news-4.801
2026-05-23XLEGeopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are structurally bidding up crude prices, directly benefiting XOM and CVX margins.news+7.001
2026-05-23XLBSurging copper prices directly improve margins for FCX and reflect robust demand from China and infrastructure projects.news+6.001
2026-05-23XLBThe acquisition expands CRH's exposure to US water infrastructure, directly benefiting from rising construction spending.news+2.001
2026-05-23XLFBest high-yield savings interest rates today, May 22, 2026: Up to 4.10% APY returnnews-1.201
2026-05-23XLYTrade barriers and tariff-driven supply chain shifts increase structural costs for global automakers.news-2.401
2026-05-23XLYStrong performance at a top-5 XLY constituent (TJX) serves as a high-relevance indicator for resilient consumer spending.news+3.001
2026-05-23XLYTesla's earnings beat and demand rebound directly impact the sector's second-largest constituent and the broader EV market outlook.news+4.001
2026-05-23XLYStrong earnings and raised guidance from a top-5 sector constituent indicate resilient consumer demand in the off-price retail segment.news+4.001
2026-05-23XLVMost-favored-nation pricing policies directly threaten the high-margin US pricing model for branded pharma.news-7.201
2026-05-23XLVLarge-scale M&A activity indicates strong capital availability and valuation support for the pharmaceutical sector.news+1.001
2026-05-23XLVLarge-scale M&A activity in the rare disease space signals strong capital flows and valuation support for pharma assets.news+5.001
2026-05-23XLVThe first-ever FDA approval for HDV creates a new revenue stream for Gilead, a major biotech constituent.news+9.001
2026-05-23XLUNvidia Crushes Earnings, But AI Chip Supply Crunch Looms - Benzinganews+1.001
2026-05-23XLUStrong earnings and regulatory wins in Texas validate the load-growth and rate-base expansion thesis for regulated utilities.news+7.001