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Simplify Managed Futures Strategy ETF
CTA performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 14, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.93% | +12.82% | +13.91% | +8.87% | +34.78% | |
| Flows | -$214M | -$381M | +$57M | +$89M | +$1.12B | - |
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 | Other Strategies |
| Provider | Simplify |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 7, 2022 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +27.96% | +24.07% | +18.02% | |
Max drawdown | -10.90% | -20.73% | -20.73% | |
Max drawdown duration | 39d | 149d | 149d | N/A |
Time to recover | 28d | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is CTA?
CTA is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Commodity, Equity and Fixed Income assets. It is managed by Simplify.
What does CTA invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equities, Bonds and Commodities. It is part of the segment: Multi-Asset: Other.
What is the expense ratio of CTA?
The total expense ratio (TER) of CTA is 0.75%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was CTA launched?
CTA was launched on March 7, 2022, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of CTA?
CTA is issued by Simplify.
What is the AUM of CTA?
As of October 14, 2026, CTA manages $1.36 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has CTA performed recently?
As of October 14, 2026, CTA delivered a return of -0.93% over the past month (1M performance), 12.82% over the past three months (3M), and 13.91% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for CTA?
As of October 14, 2026, CTA has seen net flows of -$214M in the past month (1M flow) and +$57M year-to-date (YTD).
Does CTA pay dividends?
As of October 14, 2026, CTA has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 5.1%.
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