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BARRON’S 400 ETF
BFOR performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +1.73% | +4.57% | +13.47% | +20.05% | +62.59% | +71.57% |
| Flows | - | +$24K | +$11M | +$13M | +$10M | +$8M |
Characteristics
The BARRON’S 400 ETF is built to track the Barron's 400 TR 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 | ALPS |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | June 3, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.88% | +14.66% | +17.08% | +19.44% |
Max drawdown | -3.53% | -8.35% | -21.70% | -26.04% |
Max drawdown duration | 16d | 49d | 219d | 815d |
Time to recover | 4d | 18d | 86d | 502d |
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 BFOR?
BFOR is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by ALPS.
What index does BFOR track?
BFOR tracks the Barron's 400 TR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does BFOR invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of BFOR?
The total expense ratio (TER) of BFOR is 0.65%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was BFOR launched?
BFOR was launched on June 3, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BFOR?
BFOR is issued by ALPS.
What is the AUM of BFOR?
As of July 17, 2026, BFOR manages $224.16 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BFOR performed recently?
As of July 17, 2026, BFOR delivered a return of 1.73% over the past month (1M performance), 4.57% over the past three months (3M), and 13.47% year-to-date (YTD).
Does BFOR pay dividends?
As of July 17, 2026, BFOR has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.52%.
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