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Fidelity MSCI Real Estate Index ETF
FREL performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +8.38% | +6.21% | +8.51% | +13.37% | +30.68% | +16.98% |
| Flows | -$15M | -$911K | +$252M | +$303M | +$168M | +$98M |
Characteristics
The Fidelity MSCI Real Estate Index ETF is built to track the MSCI USA IMI Real Estate 25/25 GTR 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 strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Fidelity |
| N° of holdings | 127 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 2, 2015 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 127
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Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.83% | +13.41% | +16.98% | +18.91% |
Max drawdown | -8.45% | -8.45% | -17.46% | -34.35% |
Max drawdown duration | 44d | 44d | 441d | 1573d |
Time to recover | 20d | 20d | 311d | N/A |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is FREL?
FREL is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Fidelity.
What index does FREL track?
FREL tracks the MSCI USA IMI Real Estate 25/25 GTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does FREL invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Real Estate Equities. It is part of the segment: US Real Estate.
What is the expense ratio of FREL?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FREL is 0.08%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FREL launched?
FREL was launched on February 2, 2015, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FREL?
FREL is issued by Fidelity.
What is the AUM of FREL?
As of April 24, 2026, FREL manages $1.43 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FREL performed recently?
As of April 24, 2026, FREL delivered a return of 8.38% over the past month (1M performance), 6.21% over the past three months (3M), and 8.51% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FREL?
As of April 24, 2026, FREL has seen net flows of -$15M in the past month (1M flow) and +$252M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FREL pay dividends?
As of April 24, 2026, FREL has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.32%.
How many holdings are in FREL
As of March 31, 2026, FREL holds 127 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FREL?
As of March 31, 2026, FREL holds 127 securities, with 57.23% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FREL?
As of March 31, 2026, FREL holds a portfolio of 127 underlyings, with its largest positions including WELLTOWER INC, PROLOGIS REIT and AMERICAN TOWER CL A REIT. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FREL invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, FREL has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FREL focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, FREL is primarily exposed to Real Estate.
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