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Global X Clean Water ETF
AQWA performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 27, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +5.99% | -0.44% | +5.29% | +14.25% | +41.64% | +37.61% |
| Flows | -$963K | +$9M | +$6M | +$16M | +$16M | +$22M |
Characteristics
The Global X Clean Water ETF is built to track the Solactive Global Clean Water Industry Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Global X |
| N° of holdings | 39 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 12, 2021 |
| ESG | Yes |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 39
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.74% | +13.09% | +13.88% | +15.27% |
Max drawdown | -10.75% | -10.75% | -14.57% | -29.20% |
Max drawdown duration | 60d | 60d | 211d | 788d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 38d | 506d |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is AQWA?
AQWA is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Global X.
What index does AQWA track?
AQWA tracks the Solactive Global Clean Water Industry Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does AQWA invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Global Equities. It is part of the segment: Natural Resources.
What is the expense ratio of AQWA?
The total expense ratio (TER) of AQWA is 0.5%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was AQWA launched?
AQWA was launched on April 12, 2021, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of AQWA?
AQWA is issued by Global X.
What is the AUM of AQWA?
As of April 27, 2026, AQWA manages $26.16 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has AQWA performed recently?
As of April 27, 2026, AQWA delivered a return of 5.99% over the past month (1M performance), -0.44% over the past three months (3M), and 5.29% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for AQWA?
As of April 27, 2026, AQWA has seen net flows of -$963K in the past month (1M flow) and +$6M year-to-date (YTD).
Does AQWA pay dividends?
As of April 27, 2026, AQWA has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.39%.
How many holdings are in AQWA
As of March 31, 2026, AQWA holds 39 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is AQWA?
As of March 31, 2026, AQWA holds 39 securities, with 75.69% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of AQWA?
As of March 31, 2026, AQWA holds a portfolio of 39 underlyings, with its largest positions including AMERICAN WATER WORKS, XYLEM and US31488V1070. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does AQWA invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, AQWA has its largest geographic exposures in USA, United Kingdom and Ireland.
What sectors or themes does AQWA focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, AQWA is primarily exposed to Industrials and Utilities.
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