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AltShares Merger Arbitrage ETF
ARB performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.34% | +0.64% | +2.42% | +4.01% | +17.57% | +22.18% |
| Flows | -$1M | -$4M | -$945K | +$10M | +$18M | +$86M |
Characteristics
The AltShares Merger Arbitrage ETF is built to track the Water Island Merger Arbitrage USD Hedged GTR 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 | Other Strategies |
| Provider | AltShares |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 7, 2020 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +1.40% | +1.52% | +2.04% | +2.87% |
Max drawdown | -0.30% | -0.44% | -1.55% | -5.26% |
Max drawdown duration | 15d | 16d | 98d | 315d |
Time to recover | 1d | 8d | 72d | 113d |
Replication quality
Data as of June 30, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is ARB?
ARB is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by AltShares.
What index does ARB track?
ARB tracks the Water Island Merger Arbitrage USD Hedged GTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does ARB invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Global Equities. It is part of the segment: Alternatives.
What is the expense ratio of ARB?
The total expense ratio (TER) of ARB is 0.76%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was ARB launched?
ARB was launched on May 7, 2020, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of ARB?
ARB is issued by AltShares.
What is the AUM of ARB?
As of July 17, 2026, ARB manages $102.12 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has ARB performed recently?
As of July 17, 2026, ARB delivered a return of 0.34% over the past month (1M performance), 0.64% over the past three months (3M), and 2.42% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for ARB?
As of July 17, 2026, ARB has seen net flows of -$1M in the past month (1M flow) and -$945K year-to-date (YTD).
Does ARB pay dividends?
As of July 17, 2026, ARB has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.42%.
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