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Materials Improvers

Tradestie Score Based
59 Score

Materials Improvers: Best Basic Materials Stocks for 2026 Value Growth

Unlock superior returns with the Materials Improvers portfolio, a concentrated selection of undervalued stocks targeting growth in the basic materials sector during the 2026 market outlook. This score-based strategy focuses on companies poised to benefit from industrial recovery and rising demand for aluminum and specialty chemicals, serving as an effective sector ETF alternative for investors seeking targeted exposure beyond broad market indexes. With a Tradestie Score of 59.1965 and diversification at 66.8, the portfolio emphasizes value investing principles to identify opportunities in cyclical industries.

The top holdings include AdvanSix Inc (ASIX) at 50% allocation in basic materials, Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (ATI) at 25% in industrials, and Alcoa Corp (AA) at 25% also in basic materials. These stocks stand out for their current valuations and potential to deliver gains amid Q1 2026 supply chain improvements and infrastructure spending. AdvanSix benefits from nylon production demand, while ATI and Alcoa capitalize on aerospace and automotive metal needs, making them attractive for investors hunting best growth stocks 2026 in materials.

Ideal for aggressive growth investors and those building retirement portfolios with sector tilts, this approach suits passive income seekers willing to accept volatility. Key considerations include commodity price swings, economic downturn risks, and high concentration in just three holdings that could amplify market fluctuations in the basic materials and industrials sectors.

Total Return
13.25%
YTD Return
18.28%
Daily Return
-2.42%
Holdings
3
Initial Value
$10000
Current Value
$11325
Tracking Since
Dec 26, 2025
Diversification
67
Sector Allocation
Basic Materials
67%
Industrials
33%

Performance (30 Days)

Holdings

Ticker Weight Price Change 7DTD Total Return Score Alert Info Chart
ASIX 50.0% $21.48 -2.63% -4.28% -4.28% 56
ATI 25.0% $177.47 -2.00% +1.32% +9.10% 66
AA 25.0% $71.89 -7.86% -7.41% 0.00% 64

Rebalance History

2026-06-05
2026-05-29
APD (-1.0%) ASIX (Score: 55)
2026-05-07
2026-04-17
AA dropped Return: +3.19%
2026-03-18
2026-03-13
CCK (-5.1%) AA (Score: 65)
2026-03-06
ATI dropped Return: +22.72%
AMRZ dropped Return: +1.27%
AMRZ dropped Return: +1.27%
AMRZ dropped Return: +1.27%
2026-02-17
2026-02-13
AEM (+13.7%) CCK (Score: 65)
ADSE dropped Return: -12.84%
2026-02-12
CHNR dropped Return: -17.80%
DD dropped Return: +12.55%
2026-02-09
CLF dropped Return: -3.53%
2026-02-05
WLK dropped Return: +10.78%
2026-02-03
APD dropped Return: +5.64%
2026-02-02
SLI dropped Return: -11.47%
CDE dropped Return: -0.39%
2026-02-01
FF (-0.9%) AEM (Score: 66)
AWI (-8.4%) ADSE (Score: 63)
2026-01-30
HUDI (-1.6%) CHNR (Score: 59)
MUX (+16.0%) DD (Score: 65)
2026-01-21
LODE (+3.2%) APD (Score: 70)
2026-01-16
FTK (-9.8%) HUDI (Score: 63)
2026-01-10
ABAT (+25.7%) AWI (Score: 69)

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