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Goldman Sachs ActiveBeta World Equity ETF
GSWO performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 31, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.97% | +4.43% | +11.31% | +18.58% | +60.27% | |
| Flows | +$19M | +$19M | +$62M | +$143M | +$502M | - |
Characteristics
The Goldman Sachs ActiveBeta World Equity ETF is built to track the Goldman Sachs ActiveBeta World Equity 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 | Goldman Sachs |
| N° of holdings | 750 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 15, 2022 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 750
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.48% | +10.66% | +10.28% | |
Max drawdown | -3.97% | -8.78% | -9.99% | |
Max drawdown duration | 37d | 48d | 71d | N/A |
Time to recover | 30d | 16d | 24d | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of July 31, 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 GSWO?
GSWO is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Goldman Sachs.
What index does GSWO track?
GSWO tracks the Goldman Sachs ActiveBeta World Equity Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does GSWO invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large and Mid-Cap Developed markets Equities. It is part of the segment: DM Large & Mid Cap.
What is the expense ratio of GSWO?
The total expense ratio (TER) of GSWO is 0.25%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was GSWO launched?
GSWO was launched on March 15, 2022, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of GSWO?
GSWO is issued by Goldman Sachs.
What is the AUM of GSWO?
As of July 31, 2026, GSWO manages $1.73 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has GSWO performed recently?
As of July 31, 2026, GSWO delivered a return of 0.97% over the past month (1M performance), 4.43% over the past three months (3M), and 11.31% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for GSWO?
As of July 31, 2026, GSWO has seen net flows of +$19M in the past month (1M flow) and +$62M year-to-date (YTD).
Does GSWO pay dividends?
As of July 31, 2026, GSWO has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.53%.
How many holdings are in GSWO
As of June 30, 2026, GSWO holds 750 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is GSWO?
As of June 30, 2026, GSWO holds 750 securities, with 31.14% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of GSWO?
As of June 30, 2026, GSWO holds a portfolio of 750 underlyings, with its largest positions including NVIDIA Corp., Apple, Inc. and Microsoft Corp.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does GSWO invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, GSWO has its largest geographic exposures in USA and Japan.
What sectors or themes does GSWO focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, GSWO is primarily exposed to Technology, Finance and Consumer Non-Cyclicals.
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