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Pacer Global Cash Cows Dividend ETF
Trading data
GCOW performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 19, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.25% | +12.78% | +11.33% | +27.29% | +65.17% | +88.60% |
| Flows | +$74M | +$306M | +$308M | +$503M | +$1.03B | +$2.28B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +10.22% | +11.21% | +10.65% | +11.93% |
Max drawdown | -4.34% | -11.21% | -11.25% | -21.21% |
Max drawdown duration | 18d | 61d | 62d | 218d |
Time to recover | N/A | 42d | 42d | 108d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 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 |
Exposure
Data as of February 28, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 98
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The Pacer Global Cash Cows Dividend ETF is built to track the Pacer Global Cash Cows Dividend Net Tax 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 |
| Provider | PACER ETFs |
| N° of holdings | 98 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 22, 2016 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is GCOW?
GCOW is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by PACER ETFs.
What index does GCOW track?
GCOW tracks the Pacer Global Cash Cows Dividend Net Tax Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does GCOW invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large Cap Global Equities. It is part of the segment: Global Large Cap.
What is the expense ratio of GCOW?
The total expense ratio (TER) of GCOW is 0.6%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was GCOW launched?
GCOW was launched on February 22, 2016, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of GCOW?
GCOW is issued by PACER ETFs.
What is the AUM of GCOW?
As of March 19, 2026, GCOW manages $3.19 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has GCOW performed recently?
As of March 19, 2026, GCOW delivered a return of -1.25% over the past month (1M performance), 12.78% over the past three months (3M), and 11.33% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for GCOW?
As of March 19, 2026, GCOW has seen net flows of +$74M in the past month (1M flow) and +$308M year-to-date (YTD).
Does GCOW pay dividends?
As of March 19, 2026, GCOW has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 4.46%.
How many holdings are in GCOW
As of February 28, 2026, GCOW holds 98 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is GCOW?
As of February 28, 2026, GCOW holds 98 securities, with 32.07% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of GCOW?
As of February 28, 2026, GCOW holds a portfolio of 98 underlyings, with its largest positions including RIO TINTO, BHP GROUP LTD and EXXON. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does GCOW invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, GCOW has its largest geographic exposures in USA, United Kingdom and France.
What sectors or themes does GCOW focus on?
As of February 28, 2026, GCOW is primarily exposed to Energy, Consumer Staples and Communication Services.
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