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ProShares Short MSCI EAFE ETF
EFZ performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.78% | +0.10% | -7.41% | -14.00% | -24.88% | -27.68% |
| Flows | -$693K | -$17M | +$7M | +$7M | -$25M | +$34M |
Characteristics
The ProShares Short MSCI EAFE ETF is built to track the MSCI EAFE Small Cap 100% Hedged to USD Net Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides synthetic exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the index indirectly through the use of derivatives or a swap. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Inverse |
| Provider | ProShares |
| N° of holdings | |
| Replication method | Indirect |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 23, 2007 |
| ESG | No |
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EFZ's exposure
This ETF provides synthetic exposure. It does not hold the securities of the index directly so we cannot display its exposure breakdown.
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +17.31% | +15.71% | +15.21% | +16.83% |
Max drawdown | -6.31% | -17.31% | -35.67% | -44.34% |
Max drawdown duration | 79d | 348d | 992d | 1389d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of July 18, 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 EFZ?
EFZ is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by ProShares.
What index does EFZ track?
EFZ tracks the MSCI EAFE Small Cap 100% Hedged to USD Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through unfunded swap.
What does EFZ invest in?
This ETF provides inverse exposure (-1x) to Small Cap Developed markets ex-North America Equities. It is part of the segment: Inverse Equity.
What is the expense ratio of EFZ?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EFZ is 1.44%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EFZ launched?
EFZ was launched on October 23, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EFZ?
EFZ is issued by ProShares.
What is the AUM of EFZ?
As of July 17, 2026, EFZ manages $12.34 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EFZ performed recently?
As of July 17, 2026, EFZ delivered a return of 0.78% over the past month (1M performance), 0.1% over the past three months (3M), and -7.41% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for EFZ?
As of July 17, 2026, EFZ has seen net flows of -$693K in the past month (1M flow) and +$7M year-to-date (YTD).
Does EFZ pay dividends?
As of July 17, 2026, EFZ has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.95%.
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