ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ)
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ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ) Price Action and Sector Exposure
The ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ) is currently trading below its key moving averages, signaling a bearish short-term trend. The 50-day simple moving average is at $123.63 and the 200-day simple moving average is at $124.84, with the current price of $116 sitting below both. This technical posture suggests downward pressure on the ETF's price in the near future. The fund's strategy focuses on disruptive innovation in autonomous technology and robotics, aiming for long-term capital growth by investing in companies involved in automation, AI, advanced manufacturing, and aerospace.
ARKQ's sector allocation shows a significant concentration in Industrials (39.49%) and Technology (33.46%), with smaller allocations to Consumer Cyclical (17.78%) and other sectors. This concentration highlights the fund's focus on specific growth areas within the broader market. The actively managed nature of the ETF means its holdings are selected based on ARK's research into disruptive innovation themes, potentially leading to higher volatility compared to passively managed broad-market ETFs.
ARKQ at a glance
ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ): Sell, 25/100 on CleaRank's AI score.
- Trend Down: the price is below both its 50- and 200-day moving averages ($123.63 and $124.84).
- Fund Expense ratio 0.75%, $1.9B in net assets, +9.0% total return over 1 year.
As of October 14, 2026, ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ) trades at $116.00. The nearest technical resistance sits at $124.84; there is no analyst coverage. The 14-day RSI (daily closes) is 35, showing bearish momentum without being oversold, and the price is below its 50-day simple moving average of $123.63.
Figures as of October 14, 2026.
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ARKQ Price Analysis
Market Metrics
ARKQ Fund Facts
ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF is an actively managed exchange-traded fund focused on autonomous technology and robotics companies. The fund seeks long-term capital growth by investing primarily in domestic and foreign equity securities tied to disruptive innovation themes, including automation, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defense, semiconductors, and connected systems. Its portfolio typically includes businesses involved in electric vehicles, industrial robotics, autonomous mobility, precision software, satellite communications, and other technologies that support machine-driven decision-making and automation.
Sector weights
Trailing total returns
| Period | ARKQ |
|---|---|
| YTD | 5.76% |
| 1 month | -1.09% |
| 3 months | -8.35% |
| 1 year | 8.96% |
| 3 years | 32.28% |
| 5 years | 9.60% |
| 10 years | 19.25% |
As of Oct 14, 2026, ARKQ has an expense ratio of 0.75%, $1.89B in net assets and a distribution yield of 0.25%.
Fund reference data as of Oct 14, 2026. Expense ratio and net assets are reported by the fund; returns are total returns and can differ from price change.
ARKQ Analysis
ARKQ Technical Indicators Show Bearish Momentum
Momentum has turned for ARKQ: the 14-day RSI has moved to 35.21, indicating bearish momentum. The ETF is trading below its 20-day exponential moving average ($122.35), its 50-day simple moving average ($123.63), and its 200-day simple moving average ($124.84). The price of $116 is below all these key technical levels, reinforcing a bearish short-term outlook. The Commodity Channel Index (CCI) at -210.15 further suggests that the ETF is in oversold territory on a short-term basis, though the overall trend remains negative.
The stochastic indicator is at 0, suggesting a potential for a bounce, but the prevailing trend and RSI status point towards continued weakness unless key resistance levels are breached.
- Monitor the 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages for potential trend changes.
- Consider the fund's high expense ratio (0.75%) in relation to its performance and potential risks.
ARKQ Outlook: Cautious Short-Term, Long-Term Growth Potential
The near-term outlook for the ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ) is cautious, given its current trading position below key moving averages and bearish momentum indicated by its RSI. The price of $116 is below the 50-day SMA of $123.63 and the 200-day SMA of $124.84. A break above these resistance levels would be necessary to signal a potential trend reversal. The extremely low recent trading volume also suggests a lack of immediate upward conviction.
However, the fund's long-term thesis remains tied to the growth of autonomous technology and robotics. If the underlying companies successfully execute on their innovation strategies and capture market share, ARKQ could see significant appreciation over the next 6-12 months and beyond.
Market Correlations
How this etf moves relative to other assets
Based on 1 year of daily price data. Correlations may vary over different time periods.
As of October 14, 2026, ARKQ's 1-year correlation of daily returns is +0.81 with S&P 500 (SPY), +0.84 with Nasdaq 100 (QQQ), +0.46 with Bitcoin (BTC) and +0.26 with gold (XAU).
How does any other asset move with ARKQ? One year of daily closes, Pearson correlation.
Key Statistics
| Net Assets | 1.89B |
|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.7500% |
| Yield | 0.25% |
| Day High | $118.80 |
| Day Low | $116.00 |
| 52 Week High | 144.42 |
| 52 Week Low | 98.35 |
ARKQ Sector Concentration and Fund Structure
The ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ) is an actively managed fund with net assets totaling $1.89 billion and an expense ratio of 0.75%, translating to a cost of $75.00 per $10,000 invested. The fund's strategy is centered on disruptive innovation, with its portfolio heavily weighted towards Industrials (39.49%) and Technology (33.46%). This significant concentration in these two sectors means ARKQ's performance is closely tied to the fortunes of companies operating in automation, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and related fields.
The fund's asset allocation is overwhelmingly in stocks (99.84%), reflecting its growth-oriented mandate. While specific holdings are not detailed, the sector breakdown suggests a focus on companies driving the development and adoption of autonomous systems and robotics. The actively managed approach allows ARK to dynamically adjust its portfolio based on its research into disruptive themes, but it also implies a higher degree of manager risk and potentially greater volatility compared to passive ETFs tracking broad indices.
Fund Performance Analysis
Sector Earnings Trends for ARKQ Holdings
Its performance is influenced by the earnings trends of companies within the autonomous technology and robotics sectors. The fund's significant exposure to Industrials and Technology suggests that aggregate earnings growth in areas like automation, AI, and advanced manufacturing will be a key driver of its returns. Investors should monitor the earnings reports of major players in these fields, as positive results can signal sector strength, while negative surprises may indicate headwinds for ARKQ.
The fund's focus on disruptive innovation means it often invests in companies that may be reinvesting heavily in growth, potentially leading to lower current earnings but higher future potential. Therefore, traditional earnings metrics may be less indicative of ARKQ's prospects than growth projections and the successful commercialization of new technologies by its underlying holdings.
Key Risks
Key Risks for ARKQ Investors
ARKQ faces significant concentration risk due to its heavy allocation to the Industrials (39.49%) and Technology (33.46%) sectors. A downturn in either of these sectors could disproportionately impact the ETF's performance. Also, as an actively managed fund focused on disruptive innovation, ARKQ is subject to higher volatility and manager risk. The fund's strategy targets companies in rapidly evolving fields, which can lead to unpredictable price swings and the potential for significant losses if technological advancements do not materialize as expected or if market sentiment shifts away from these growth themes.
Technical Indicators
| RSI (14-day) | 35.21 |
|---|---|
| MACD (12, 26) | -0.658 |
| SMA (50-day) | 123.63 |
| SMA (200-day) | 124.84 |
As of October 14, 2026, with ARKQ at $116.00, its 14-day RSI is 35.2 (showing bearish momentum without being oversold), its 50-day simple moving average is $123.63 and its 200-day is $124.84.
Calculated by CleaRank on daily closes as of October 14, 2026: Wilder's 14-day RSI, 50- and 200-day simple moving averages, MACD line (12, 26).
ARKQ Trade Plans
Specific entry, exit, and risk management levels
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Risk Management
Profit Targets (Based on Conservative Entry)
These levels come from ARKQ's moving averages and recent volatility, not from a forecast. Educational levels, not financial advice; the full disclaimer is at the foot of the page.
Growth of $10,000
A $10,000 investment in ARKQ in October 2016 would be worth about $56,414 today, compared with about $36,506 for the same investment in the S&P 500 benchmark. This is price change only; dividends paid along the way would add to it.
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ARKQ Drawdowns & Recovery
As of October 14, 2026, ARKQ's worst peak-to-trough fall over the last 10 years was -59.9% (February 2021 to December 2022); it regained that peak by July 2025, 31 months after the low, and 71% of 1-year holding periods ended with a gain.
From weekly closing values. A drawdown is the fall from the highest value reached so far to a later low.
Monte Carlo Projection (10yr)
CleaRank's 10-year Monte Carlo simulation projects that a $10,000 investment in ARKQ today could grow to about $26,069 by 2036 in the base case, with a 90th-percentile outcome near $89,178 and a 10th-percentile outcome around $7,621. The simulation models price only; at today's 0.25% yield, dividends would add to these figures. Projections are statistical simulations, not guarantees.
ARKQ 2030 Scenarios (Monte Carlo)
CleaRank's simulation projects a price near $170 for ARKQ by 2030 in the base case, from $116 today (1.5x over 4 years). The 10th-percentile path ends near $78.18. These are outcomes of a Monte Carlo simulation run on ARKQ's historical return distribution, not price targets, and they assume no dividends are reinvested.
| Year | 10th percentile | Base case | 90th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $86.53 | $128 | $188 |
| 2028 | $81.06 | $141 | $244 |
| 2029 | $78.84 | $155 | $303 |
| 2030 | $78.18 | $170 | $370 |
| 2031 | $78.49 | $187 | $447 |
Method: a lognormal simulation of ARKQ's own volatility and capped historical trend, re-run daily; base case is the median path, the outer columns the 10th and 90th percentiles.