
PowerShares DB Oil ETF
The PowerShares DB Oil ETF is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of a portfolio of crude oil futures contracts, including West Texas Intermediate crude oil, Brent crude oil, and Dubai crude oil.
Stock Performance Snapshot
Dividend
PowerShares DB Oil ETF's dividend yield of 5.01% offers a decent return for investors seeking dividends. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $50.10 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Oil Price Exposure
Provides direct exposure to WTI crude via futures, which can closely track price moves but may incur roll costs and volatility.
Macro & Geopolitics
Oil prices react strongly to global supply, demand and geopolitical events, driving potential for large swings; outcomes are uncertain.
Tactical Use Case
Commonly used by traders for short-to-medium term exposure or hedging rather than as a buy-and-hold income asset; consider fees and risks.
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6% Interest on Cash
Earn 6% AER on uninvested cash with daily interest payments.