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BMED performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +7.90% | +4.20% | +1.48% | +23.30% | +23.27% | +4.16% |
| Flows | - | - | +$4M | +$6M | +$4M | +$5M |
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 | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 54 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 29, 2020 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of May 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 54
Top 15 Holdings
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Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +17.48% | +15.99% | +16.00% | +17.71% |
Max drawdown | -7.61% | -14.71% | -19.76% | -33.96% |
Max drawdown duration | 65d | 176d | 237d | 1586d |
Time to recover | 40d | N/A | 176d | 1198d |
What type of ETF is BMED?
BMED is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What does BMED invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Equities. It is part of the segment: Healthcare Technology.
What is the expense ratio of BMED?
The total expense ratio (TER) of BMED is 0.77%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was BMED launched?
BMED was launched on September 29, 2020, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BMED?
BMED is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of BMED?
As of July 17, 2026, BMED manages $11.03 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BMED performed recently?
As of July 17, 2026, BMED delivered a return of 7.9% over the past month (1M performance), 4.2% over the past three months (3M), and 1.48% year-to-date (YTD).
Does BMED pay dividends?
As of July 17, 2026, BMED has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.26%.
How many holdings are in BMED
As of May 31, 2026, BMED holds 54 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is BMED?
As of May 31, 2026, BMED holds 54 securities, with 57.26% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of BMED?
As of May 31, 2026, BMED holds a portfolio of 54 underlyings, with its largest positions including Gilead Sciences, Inc., Merck & Co., Inc. and Johnson & Johnson. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does BMED invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, BMED has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does BMED focus on?
As of May 31, 2026, BMED is primarily exposed to Healthcare.
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