GSGO:NASDAQGoldman Sachs Growth Opportunities ETF Analysis
Data as of 2026-04-07 - not real-time
$37.19
Latest Price
7/10Risk
Risk Level: Medium
Executive Summary
The ETF is trading at $37.19, which sits below its 20‑day SMA of 37.19 and well under the 50‑day SMA of 38.31, confirming a bearish medium‑term trend. However, the RSI of 48 signals a neutral momentum, while the MACD histogram has turned positive (0.08), hinting at a possible short‑term bullish reversal. Volume is on an increasing trajectory, supporting the notion of renewed buying interest, yet the 30‑day volatility remains high at 22.8% and the fund’s beta of 1.35 indicates greater sensitivity to market swings. The price is approaching the identified resistance at 38.75 and is comfortably above the support level of 35.01, giving the trade a defined range. Market sentiment is in the “Extreme Greed” zone (Fear & Greed Index 76.57), which could amplify upside if risk appetite persists.
Over the past year the fund posted a modest YTD return of -4.1%, but its three‑year annualized return of 21.8% and five‑year return of 10.3% reflect solid growth potential. With an expense ratio of 0.45%, zero tracking error, and no discount/premium, the ETF offers transparent exposure to large‑cap growth stocks. The recent max drawdown of -13.9% is manageable within the context of its higher volatility profile, and the low liquidity indicated by a daily volume of around 12k shares suggests a medium liquidity risk. Overall, the ETF’s fundamentals favor investors comfortable with elevated risk and seeking long‑term growth.
Over the past year the fund posted a modest YTD return of -4.1%, but its three‑year annualized return of 21.8% and five‑year return of 10.3% reflect solid growth potential. With an expense ratio of 0.45%, zero tracking error, and no discount/premium, the ETF offers transparent exposure to large‑cap growth stocks. The recent max drawdown of -13.9% is manageable within the context of its higher volatility profile, and the low liquidity indicated by a daily volume of around 12k shares suggests a medium liquidity risk. Overall, the ETF’s fundamentals favor investors comfortable with elevated risk and seeking long‑term growth.
Market Outlook
Short Term
< 1 yearNeutral
Model confidence: 6/10
Key Factors
- 20‑day SMA below 50‑day SMA indicating bearish medium‑term momentum
- MACD histogram turning positive suggests short‑term bullish pressure
- Increasing volume supports potential breakout toward resistance
Medium Term
1–3 yearsPositive
Model confidence: 7/10
Key Factors
- Three‑year annualized return of ~21% demonstrates growth resilience
- Beta of 1.35 offers upside in a risk‑on environment reflected by extreme greed sentiment
- Expense ratio of 0.45% is competitive for an actively managed growth ETF
Long Term
> 3 yearsPositive
Model confidence: 8/10
Key Factors
- Five‑year return of ~10% shows sustained long‑term capital appreciation
- Zero tracking error and no premium/discount ensure transparent exposure
- Goldman Sachs fund family provides strong governance and asset depth
Key Metrics & Analysis
Fund Metrics
Expense Ratio0.45%
AUM$137.3M
Inception Date1999-05-24
Avg Daily Volume20,460
Premium/Discount0.00%
Tracking Error0.00%
Technical Analysis
TrendBearish
RSI48.2
Support$35.01
Resistance$38.75
MA 20$37.19
MA 50$38.31
MA 200$39.15
MACDBullish
VolumeIncreasing
Fear & Greed Index76.57
Risk Assessment
Beta1.35
Volatility22.82%
Currency RiskLow
Liquidity RiskMedium
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