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Jun 05, 2026
PBW ETF Gains +15% in 30 Days and +41% Over the Quarter on Clean Energy Momentum

PBW ETF Gains +15% in 30 Days and +41% Over the Quarter on Clean Energy Momentum

Key Takeaways

  • PBW rose approximately 15% over the past 30 days, driven by gains in clean energy stocks amid improving sector sentiment.
  • Over the past quarter, the ETF advanced roughly 41%, reflecting broader recovery in renewable energy equities.
  • Top holdings in solar, wind, and energy efficiency companies contributed most to recent performance.
  • Macro factors including lower interest rate expectations and policy support for clean energy supported the upward trend.
  • Trading volume remained elevated, indicating sustained investor interest in the clean energy theme.

PBW Overview: Invesco WilderHill Clean Energy ETF Exposure

The Invesco WilderHill Clean Energy ETF (PBW) tracks the WilderHill Clean Energy Index, which focuses on companies involved in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and related technologies. The fund typically holds around 60-70 stocks, primarily in the clean energy sector. Largest exposures include companies in solar, wind, and hydrogen technologies, with significant allocations to small- and mid-cap growth equities. This thematic structure ties PBW’s performance closely to sector-specific developments and broader clean energy market trends.

PBW Price Performance: Last 30 Days and the Quarter

Over the last 30 days, PBW advanced approximately 15%, moving from levels near 39.60 to around 45.70. The advance occurred in a relatively steady upward trend with occasional volatility tied to market rotations into growth sectors. Over the past quarter, PBW rose roughly 41%, climbing from approximately 32.50 to 45.70. The quarterly gain reflected a sustained recovery, characterized by consistent buying interest rather than sharp spikes or reversals.

Drivers Behind PBW’s 30-Day Advance

Strong performance from leading clean energy holdings propelled PBW higher over the past 30 days. Companies focused on solar and wind energy generation posted notable gains amid positive industry news and improving demand forecasts. Lower bond yields and expectations for supportive monetary policy enhanced the appeal of growth-oriented clean energy stocks. Sector rotation into renewables, combined with favorable commodity price movements for certain inputs, further supported the ETF. Elevated trading volumes suggested increased institutional participation, amplifying the upward price movement. I also checked this using Tickeron’s AI Screener to see how the ETF compares to others in the industry.

Quarterly Drivers for PBW Performance

Over the full quarter, PBW benefited from a broad rebound in the clean energy theme. Improving macroeconomic conditions, including stabilizing interest rates and renewed focus on energy transition policies, created a more favorable environment for renewable investments. Major holdings in energy efficiency and alternative power generation delivered cumulative gains that drove the majority of the ETF’s advance. Institutional flows into thematic clean energy products contributed to sustained demand, while sector rotation away from traditional energy sources supported relative outperformance.

Using AI Tools in My Analysis

One tool I often turn to for this kind of analysis is Tickeron’s AI Screener. It is an AI-powered stock and ETF discovery tool that helps traders and investors filter the market based on technical patterns, fundamentals, trends, volatility, and AI-driven signals. Users can scan thousands of stocks and ETFs using customizable filters such as industry, market capitalization, technical indicators, price patterns, and performance metrics. The screener helps identify trade ideas, trending stocks, breakout candidates, and market opportunities more efficiently than manual screening. I find it particularly useful when evaluating thematic ETFs like PBW against broader sector peers.

PBW Outlook: Factors to Monitor Going Forward

Investors should monitor interest rate developments and their impact on growth sectors, along with policy announcements related to clean energy incentives. Performance of key holdings in solar, wind, and hydrogen technologies will remain central to PBW’s direction. Broader market sentiment toward renewable energy adoption, commodity price trends, and institutional fund flows into thematic ETFs warrant ongoing attention. Economic data releases affecting growth expectations and sector-specific news could influence near-term volatility.

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Momentum Indicator for PBW turns negative, indicating new downward trend

PBW saw its Momentum Indicator move below the 0 level on June 26, 2026. This is an indication that the stock could be shifting in to a new downward move. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 82 similar instances where the indicator turned negative. In of the 82 cases, the stock moved further down in the following days. The odds of a decline are at .

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Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bearish Trend Analysis

PBW moved below its 50-day moving average on June 23, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.

The 10-day moving average for PBW crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on June 23, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 13 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where PBW declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The Aroon Indicator for PBW entered a downward trend on July 24, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

Bullish Trend Analysis

The RSI Indicator entered the oversold zone -- be on the watch for PBW's price rising or consolidating in the future. That's also the time to consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

The Stochastic Oscillator is in the oversold zone. Keep an eye out for a move up in the foreseeable future.

Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where PBW advanced for three days, in of 275 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .

PBW may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Notable companies

The most notable companies in this group are Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), Bloom Energy Corp (NYSE:BE), First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR), NIO Inc. (NYSE:NIO), Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:ENPH), Universal Display Corp (NASDAQ:OLED), Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG), SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ:SEDG), FuelCell Energy Inc (NASDAQ:FCEL), Canadian Solar (NASDAQ:CSIQ).

Industry description

The investment seeks to track the investment results of the WilderHill Clean Energy Index. The fund generally will invest at least 90% of its total assets in the securities that comprise the underlying index. The index is composed of stocks of publicly traded companies listed on a major exchange in the U.S. that are engaged in the business of the advancement of cleaner energy and conservation or are important to the development of clean energy. Stocks are included in the index based on the index provider's evaluation that such companies will substantially benefit from a societal transition toward the use of cleaner energy, zero-CO2 renewables and conservation.

Market Cap

The average market capitalization across the Invesco WilderHill Clean Energy ETF ETF is 27.14B. The market cap for tickers in the group ranges from 61.66M to 1.24T. TSLA holds the highest valuation in this group at 1.24T. The lowest valued company is LNZA at 61.66M.

High and low price notable news

The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the Invesco WilderHill Clean Energy ETF ETF was -5%. For the same ETF, the average monthly price growth was -16%, and the average quarterly price growth was -11%. THRM experienced the highest price growth at 19%, while WOLF experienced the biggest fall at -23%.

Volume

The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the Invesco WilderHill Clean Energy ETF ETF was -6%. For the same stocks of the ETF, the average monthly volume growth was -30% and the average quarterly volume growth was -24%

Fundamental Analysis Ratings

The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows

Valuation Rating: 63
P/E Growth Rating: 57
Price Growth Rating: 62
SMR Rating: 85
Profit Risk Rating: 85
Seasonality Score: 6 (-100 ... +100)
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