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BOAT
Passive ETF
NYSE

SonicShares Global Shipping ETF

This ETF provides exposure to Other Global Marine Transportation Equities Read more

Passive ETF
Last update 3/12/2026 at 6:00 PM
Live
Closed
This fund is part of
Global Blended Cap
-0.22%
Last Price
$39.25
% Change
-3.21%
1W flows
+$9M
1m flows
+$14M
AuM
$81M
E/R
0.69%
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Trading data

Last sale
3/12/2026 at 6:00 PM
$39.25
Previous close
$40.55
Consolidated volume
03/11/2026
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Average volume
30 days
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Average discount or premium
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Average Bid/Ask spread
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BOAT performance and flow charts

Performance

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Flows

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Historic performance and flows

Data as of March 11, 2026
1M3MYTD1Y3Y5Y
Perf.+8.49%+27.11%+28.54%+61.53%+88.51%
Flows+$14M+$25M+$25M+$29M+$43M-
Data as of March 11, 2026

Volatility and drawdown

3M1Y3Y5Y
Volatility+16.33%+18.96%+19.55%
Max drawdown
-5.28%-16.51%-32.01%
Max drawdown duration
9d51d434dN/A
Time to recover
N/A32d157dN/A

Replication quality

Data as of February 27, 2026
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Exposure

Data as of January 31, 2026

Countries

Bermuda
13.74%
Japan
10.6%
Other
75.66%

Sectors

Industrials
62.94%
Energy
22.36%
Other
14.7%

Diversification

Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 46

59.18%

Top 15 Holdings

MOELLER MAERSK
5.32%
MATSON
5.05%
MITSUI OSK LINES
4.89%
KAWASAKI KISEN
4.8%
SITC
4.7%
HMM
4.59%
ORIENT OVERSEAS
4.31%
SCORPIO TANKERS
4.04%
WALLENIUS WILHELMSEN ASA
3.9%
SGXZ53070850
3.63%
COSCO SHIPPING HOLDINGS CO LTD H SHARES
3.56%
EURONAV
3.25%
INTERNATIONAL SEAWAYS
2.52%
ZIM INTEGRATED SHIPPING SERVICES
2.4%
STAR BULK CARRIERS
2.22%

Characteristics

The SonicShares Global Shipping ETF is built to track the Solactive Global Shipping 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 strategyPassive
ProviderSonicShares
N° of holdings46
Replication methodDirect (Physical)
Asset classEquities
Dividend policyDistributing
Trailing 12m distribution yield
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Inception dateAugust 3, 2021
ESGNo

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Frequently asked questions about BOAT

What type of ETF is BOAT?

BOAT is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by SonicShares.

What index does BOAT track?

BOAT tracks the Solactive Global Shipping Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.

What does BOAT invest in?

This ETF provides exposure to Other Global Marine Transportation Equities. It is part of the segment: Global Blended Cap.

What is the expense ratio of BOAT?

The total expense ratio (TER) of BOAT is 0.69%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.

When was BOAT launched?

BOAT was launched on August 3, 2021, marking its entry into the ETF market.

Who is the issuer of BOAT?

BOAT is issued by SonicShares.

What is the AUM of BOAT?

As of March 11, 2026, BOAT manages $80.91 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.

How has BOAT performed recently?

As of March 11, 2026, BOAT delivered a return of 8.49% over the past month (1M performance), 27.11% over the past three months (3M), and 28.54% year-to-date (YTD).

What are the recent fund flows for BOAT?

As of March 11, 2026, BOAT has seen net flows of +$14M in the past month (1M flow) and +$25M year-to-date (YTD).

Does BOAT pay dividends?

As of March 11, 2026, BOAT has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 6.3%.

How many holdings are in BOAT

As of January 31, 2026, BOAT holds 46 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.

How diversified is BOAT?

As of January 31, 2026, BOAT holds 46 securities, with 59.18% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.

What are the top holdings of BOAT?

As of January 31, 2026, BOAT holds a portfolio of 46 underlyings, with its largest positions including MOELLER MAERSK, MATSON and MITSUI OSK LINES. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.

What countries or regions does BOAT invest in?

As of January 31, 2026, BOAT has its largest geographic exposures in Bermuda and Japan.

What sectors or themes does BOAT focus on?

As of January 31, 2026, BOAT is primarily exposed to Industrials and Energy.

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