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KRE has delivered a total return of 61.9% since we initiated our bullish view back in May 2023, far outperforming the 43.7% return on the SPX over the same period. KRE's performance has far exceeded our expectations, especially given that these gains were achieved within a short period of 18 months. This translates to an annualized return of around 37%. Tactical capital recycling can enhance portfolio performance by reallocating gains from big winning positions to other opportunities with superior risk-adjusted returns.

"If you're a bull in this market, you have to be very happy right now," according to Kevin Green. He's keeping an eye on an "apex" that bulls will need to breakthrough in the S&P 500 (SPX).

U.S. regional banks preparing for higher capital requirements will get some relief from the Federal Reserve's jumbo rate cut.

The SPDR® S&P Regional Banking ETF offers diversified exposure to U.S. regional banks, with no single position exceeding 2.49% of the fund. The KRE ETF's performance is closely tied to the U.S. economy and banking regulations, making it vulnerable during economic downturns but potentially rewarding during recoveries. Compared to the iShares U.S. Regional Banks ETF, KRE has shown similar performance, making either a viable option for regional bank exposure.

Regional bank stocks have bounced back from last year's crisis. Falling interest rates will help drive profit growth at regional banks.

Recent positive developments in the banking sector include improved revenues and potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. U.S. banks are facing challenges in their second quarter earnings, with declining profits and increased provisions for credit losses. Despite potential interest rate cuts, challenges in the real estate sector and trade barriers may hinder significant expansion for corporate America.

The SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE) was launched on 06/19/2006, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Financials - Regional Banks segment of the equity market.

The SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE) has closed higher for eight consecutive trading sessions amid investor optimism about the prospect for lower interest rates.

The SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE) made its debut on 06/19/2006, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Financials ETFs category of the market.

For investors seeking momentum, SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF KRE is probably on the radar. The fund just hit a 52-week high and is up 49% from its 52-week low of $37.66 per share.