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iShares Total Return Active ETF
BRTR performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.18% | -0.51% | +0.32% | +4.77% | ||
| Flows | +$22M | +$190M | +$234M | +$487M | - | - |
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 | 8840 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | December 12, 2023 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of May 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 8,840
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +4.05% | +3.78% | ||
Max drawdown | -1.81% | -3.04% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 57d | 138d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | 28d | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is BRTR?
BRTR is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by iShares.
What does BRTR invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Investment Grade Aggregate Bonds. It is part of the segment: US Aggregate Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of BRTR?
The total expense ratio (TER) of BRTR is 0.41%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was BRTR launched?
BRTR was launched on December 12, 2023, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BRTR?
BRTR is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of BRTR?
As of July 17, 2026, BRTR manages $731.44 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BRTR performed recently?
As of July 17, 2026, BRTR delivered a return of -0.18% over the past month (1M performance), -0.51% over the past three months (3M), and 0.32% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for BRTR?
As of July 17, 2026, BRTR has seen net flows of +$22M in the past month (1M flow) and +$234M year-to-date (YTD).
Does BRTR pay dividends?
As of July 17, 2026, BRTR has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 4.73%.
How many holdings are in BRTR
As of May 31, 2026, BRTR holds 8840 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is BRTR?
As of May 31, 2026, BRTR holds 8840 securities, with 39.69% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of BRTR?
As of May 31, 2026, BRTR holds a portfolio of 8840 underlyings, with its largest positions including BlackRock Cash Funds - Institutional, US01F0526644 and US01F0226757. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does BRTR invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, BRTR has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does BRTR focus on?
As of May 31, 2026, BRTR is primarily exposed to Non-Corporate and Sovereign.
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