Conviction drift alerts

11 Sectors Tracked
2026-05-14 Tracking Since
Day 50 of Daily Monitoring
2026-07-02 Current Date

Alpha vs SPY, since launch

+4.40%

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

Vega NAV 105.64
SPY NAV 101.24

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
Conviction62.4
Vega viewNEUTRALValuationExpensive by EV/EBITDA
SPY weight1.8%
+ Tilt-0.07 pp
= Target1.8%
Current weight (drives NAV)1.8%vs target +0.06 pp
XLEEnergyMAINTAINING
Conviction50.1
Vega viewUNDERWEIGHTValuationCheap by EV/EBITDA
SPY weight3.0%
+ Tilt-0.37 pp
= Target2.6%
Current weight (drives NAV)2.7%vs target +0.06 pp

Conviction dropped 16 points over 30 days

XLFFinancialsSTRONG
Conviction66.4
Vega viewNEUTRALValuationExpensive by P/B
SPY weight11.7%
+ Tilt-0.14 pp
= Target11.6%
Current weight (drives NAV)11.8%vs target +0.19 pp
XLIIndustrialsSTRONG
Conviction75.0
Vega viewOVERWEIGHTValuationExpensive by EV/EBITDA
SPY weight8.9%
+ Tilt+0.43 pp
= Target9.3%
Current weight (drives NAV)9.4%vs target +0.11 pp
XLPConsumer StaplesMAINTAINING
Conviction53.6
Vega viewUNDERWEIGHTValuationCheap by P/E
SPY weight4.5%
+ Tilt-0.46 pp
= Target4.1%
Current weight (drives NAV)4.2%vs target +0.11 pp
XLREReal EstateSTRONG
Conviction67.0
Vega viewOVERWEIGHTValuationNeutral by Price/FFO
SPY weight1.8%
+ Tilt-0.01 pp
= Target1.8%
Current weight (drives NAV)1.9%vs target +0.06 pp
XLUUtilitiesMAINTAINING
Conviction62.1
Vega viewNEUTRALValuationNeutral by P/E
SPY weight2.2%
+ Tilt-0.09 pp
= Target2.1%
Current weight (drives NAV)2.1%vs target +0.04 pp
XLVHealth CareMAINTAINING
Conviction56.1
Vega viewUNDERWEIGHTValuationNeutral by P/E
SPY weight8.9%
+ Tilt-0.74 pp
= Target8.1%
Current weight (drives NAV)8.1%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
MaterialsXLB1.8%-0.07 ppLess than SPY1.8%1.8%NEUTRAL62.4Expensive by EV/EBITDA
Communication ServicesXLC9.7%-0.34 ppLess than SPY9.3%9.3%UNDERWEIGHT63.1Expensive by PEG
EnergyXLE3.0%-0.37 ppLess than SPY2.6%2.7%UNDERWEIGHT50.1Cheap by EV/EBITDA
FinancialsXLF11.7%-0.14 ppLess than SPY11.6%11.8%NEUTRAL66.4Expensive by P/B
IndustrialsXLI8.9%+0.43 ppMore than SPY9.3%9.4%OVERWEIGHT75.0Expensive by EV/EBITDA
Information TechnologyXLK37.9%+3.17 ppMore than SPY41.1%40.6%OVERWEIGHT80.1Neutral by PEG
Consumer StaplesXLP4.5%-0.46 ppLess than SPY4.1%4.2%UNDERWEIGHT53.6Cheap by P/E
Real EstateXLRE1.8%-0.01 ppLess than SPY1.8%1.9%OVERWEIGHT67.0Neutral by Price/FFO
UtilitiesXLU2.2%-0.09 ppLess than SPY2.1%2.1%NEUTRAL62.1Neutral by P/E
Health CareXLV8.9%-0.74 ppLess than SPY8.1%8.1%UNDERWEIGHT56.1Neutral by P/E
Consumer DiscretionaryXLY9.3%-1.04 ppLess than SPY8.2%8.1%UNDERWEIGHT52.0Expensive by EV/EBITDA

Recent events

Events noted by sector

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

DateSectorEvent notedSourceScore impactSectors affected
2026-07-02XLBFalling gold prices directly compress margins for major sector constituents like Newmont (NEM).news-4.801
2026-07-02XLBCentral banks cite crisis protection as key gold driver - scanx.tradenews+1.001
2026-07-02XLBWhy Are Central Banks Buying So Much Gold? 90% Institutions Cite This Reason - Benzinganews+1.001
2026-07-02XLBGold Bulls May Need Fed Rate Cuts More Than Geopolitical Tensions - Benzinganews+0.001
2026-07-02XLBThis record acquisition significantly increases CRH's exposure to US infrastructure and construction spending.news+3.001
2026-07-02XLCDirect-to-consumer satellite mobile services from SpaceX create a structural threat to postpaid net adds for VZ, T, and TMUS.news-6.001
2026-07-02XLCThe merger of major content libraries and studios impacts sector consolidation and regulatory risk for traditional media.news+4.001
2026-07-02XLETotal US inventories falling to the lowest levels since the 1980s creates a supply-side catalyst for higher crude prices.news+5.001
2026-07-02XLEOil prices on pace for fourth straight weekly loss as Trump sees progress in U.S.-Iran talksnews-7.201
2026-07-02XLEDirect natural gas-to-power contracts for AI data centers provide a structural demand floor for gas-weighted integrated majors.news+7.001
2026-07-02XLFThe OCC approval allows Morgan Stanley to expand into regulated digital asset custody and fiduciary services, impacting capital market operations.news+5.001
2026-07-02XLFNew regulatory frameworks for AI in finance could impact operational risk management and compliance costs for global banks.news+0.001
2026-07-02XLIThe new classified cloud infrastructure facilitates multi-year defense contract execution and digital modernization for defense primes.news+4.001
2026-07-02XLKBroadcom's ability to aggressively reduce debt and interest costs improves its balance sheet for sustained AI-related R&D and capital allocation.news+1.001
2026-07-02XLKAdvanced node roadmaps (2nm) are critical for the next generation of AI accelerators and hyperscaler custom silicon.news+6.001
2026-07-02XLKActual reported AI revenue growth from a top-5 sector constituent confirms the hyperscaler capex transmission to semiconductor earnings.news+4.001
2026-07-02XLPWalmart's shift toward high-margin digital advertising and marketplace growth offsets core retail margin pressure and signals strong digital volume trends.news+4.001
2026-07-02XLPMarket share losses in North American beverages and snacks indicate volume headwinds, though partially mitigated by international growth.news-1.401
2026-07-02XLREThis massive acquisition in the world's largest data center hub directly addresses the AI-driven demand thesis for a top-5 sector constituent.news+6.001
2026-07-02XLUThe landmark nuclear deal with Walmart validates the multi-year load-growth thesis driven by large corporate electrification and carbon-free energy needs.news+9.001
2026-07-02XLUCapturing low natural gas prices via storage supports stable energy costs and protects margins for regulated gas utilities like SoCalGas.news+2.001
2026-07-02XLUAdjustments to commodity-linked credit facilities are critical for managing merchant power margins and liquidity against volatile input costs.news+0.001
2026-07-02XLVSignificant capital injection into biotech and high megaround volume are leading indicators for R&D capacity and M&A.news+4.001
2026-07-02XLVAI-driven R&D tools and high-value pacts (Takeda $600M) accelerate the drug development pipeline.news+3.001
2026-07-02XLVMajor label expansion for a gene therapy into broader age groups drives revenue for a large-cap pharma constituent.news+4.001
2026-07-02XLVLegal challenges to 340B pricing and ceiling prices impact pharma margins and regulatory risk.news+0.001
2026-07-02XLYThe expiration of USMCA protections threatens the cost structure and supply chain stability for major US automakers like GM and Ford.news-4.801
2026-07-02XLYDirect reporting of US vehicle delivery trends, a primary driver for the automotive sub-segment of XLY.news+2.001
2026-07-02XLYSoftware monetization and feature parity across the fleet are key drivers for Tesla's margins and consumer value proposition.news+4.001
2026-07-02XLYDeclining housing starts and construction spending are leading indicators for reduced demand at Home Depot and Lowe's.news-7.201
2026-06-27XLBRising gold prices directly benefit major sector constituents like Newmont (NEM) by improving mining margins.news+2.001
2026-06-27XLCWBD's expansion into lifestyle merchandising and AI-driven ad partnerships provides high-margin revenue streams to offset content costs.news+1.001
2026-06-27XLCNate Hampton EA SPORTS™ College Football 27 Player Ratings - Launch Ratings - Electronic Arts Home Pagenews+0.001
2026-06-27XLECrude falling below $70 directly impacts E&P margins and tests the dividend sustainability of majors like XOM and CVX.news-15.901
2026-06-27XLEA massive projected drawdown in global inventories is a primary bullish trigger for crude spot prices and upstream profitability.news+2.001
2026-06-27XLESourcing cheaper Venezuelan heavy crude directly improves refiner margins (crack spreads) for PSX.news+5.001
2026-06-27XLFHigh redemption requests in private credit suggest liquidity stress and potential asset quality concerns within capital markets segments.news-2.401
2026-06-27XLFExpansion into digital asset products represents a new revenue stream for capital markets firms under evolving regulatory frameworks.news+2.001
2026-06-27XLIIncreased engine deliveries and a massive services backlog provide high visibility for GE Aerospace, a top sector constituent.news+6.001
2026-06-27XLITalks for GE’s engine for India's 5th-gen fighter project AMCA hit roadblock as US giant ‘raises cost by - The Times of Indianews-2.401
2026-06-27XLIWhy Trump's $700 million jet engine deal could transform Türkiye's KAAN fighter - The Times of Indianews+5.001
2026-06-27XLITurkey’s KAAN Joins India’s AMCA as Yet Another “Indigenous” Fighter Jet To Be Powered by U.S. Engines - EurAsian Timesnews+2.001
2026-06-27XLKApple's attempt to source from CXMT highlights critical memory supply constraints affecting hardware production and margins.news-3.601
2026-06-27XLKQualcomm's diversification into data center and AI infrastructure signals a shift in semiconductor revenue mix toward high-growth tech capex.news+2.001
2026-06-27XLKConfirmation of the 2nm TPU timeline validates hyperscaler capex and custom AI silicon demand for AVGO.news+6.001
2026-06-27XLPAs the sector's largest constituent, Walmart's guidance on fuel-driven consumer pressure directly signals potential volume headwinds and downtrading.news-7.201
2026-06-27XLPExpansion into high-margin advertising improves Walmart's ecosystem and supports its ability to keep prices low, driving traffic and private label growth.news+5.001
2026-06-27XLREThe massive credit facility and lower interest spread improve liquidity and refinancing flexibility for a major sector constituent.news+8.001
2026-06-27XLREThe partnership between two top-weight REITs leverages AI to optimize capital allocation and operational efficiency.news+1.001
2026-06-27XLRELegislative delays and high mortgage rates are constraining housing supply and affordability, impacting residential REIT pricing power.news-1.201