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ARK Blockchain & Fintech Innovation ETF
ARKF performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 26, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -3.93% | +8.08% | -7.62% | -24.41% | +149.89% | -17.62% |
| Flows | -$52M | -$44M | -$247M | -$251M | -$854M | -$1.55B |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Ark Investment |
| N° of holdings | 38 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 4, 2019 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 38
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +31.11% | +33.92% | +33.65% | +42.59% |
Max drawdown | -7.81% | -37.94% | -38.39% | -74.91% |
Max drawdown duration | 18d | 364d | 383d | 1353d |
Time to recover | 6d | N/A | N/A | 932d |
What type of ETF is ARKF?
ARKF is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Ark Investment.
What does ARKF invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Equities. It is part of the segment: Multiple Trends.
What is the expense ratio of ARKF?
The total expense ratio (TER) of ARKF is 0.75%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was ARKF launched?
ARKF was launched on February 4, 2019, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of ARKF?
ARKF is issued by Ark Investment.
What is the AUM of ARKF?
As of October 26, 2026, ARKF manages $759.19 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has ARKF performed recently?
As of October 26, 2026, ARKF delivered a return of -3.93% over the past month (1M performance), 8.08% over the past three months (3M), and -7.62% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for ARKF?
As of October 26, 2026, ARKF has seen net flows of -$52M in the past month (1M flow) and -$247M year-to-date (YTD).
Does ARKF pay dividends?
As of October 26, 2026, ARKF has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.1%.
How many holdings are in ARKF
As of August 31, 2026, ARKF holds 38 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is ARKF?
As of August 31, 2026, ARKF holds 38 securities, with 69.54% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of ARKF?
As of August 31, 2026, ARKF holds a portfolio of 38 underlyings, with its largest positions including Shopify, Inc., US0409191022 and Circle Internet Group, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does ARKF invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, ARKF has its largest geographic exposures in USA and Canada.
What sectors or themes does ARKF focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, ARKF is primarily exposed to Finance, Technology and Consumer Non-Cyclicals.
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