United States Oil Fund
USO (United States Oil Fund) is an exchange-traded fund that seeks to provide investors with liquid exposure to movements in the price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil by investing primarily in front-month WTI futures and related instruments. It is a tool often used for short-term tactical exposure to oil prices rather than a long-term buy-and-hold vehicle, because its performance can diverge from spot oil due to futures roll costs, contango or backwardation, and fees. Investors should be aware of volatility, the mechanics of futures contracts, and the fund’s operating expenses. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not personal investment advice. Commodity ETFs can be complex and may not be suitable for all investors; consider your risk tolerance and investment horizon before investing.
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Dividend
The United States Oil Fund does not pay a dividend, which may indicate a focus on reinvesting profits for growth. If you invested $1000, you would receive $0 a year in dividends.
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Oil price exposure
Provides liquid exposure to WTI crude via futures contracts, useful for tactical strategies — though returns can be volatile and are not guaranteed.
Global market drivers
Prices react to geopolitics, supply decisions and macro data, so USO’s value can move quickly in response to global events.
Watch roll risk
USO rolls futures contracts regularly; in contango markets roll costs can erode returns, making it less suitable for long-term buy-and-hold.
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