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ProShares S&P Global Core Battery Metals ETF
ION performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 27, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -6.34% | -26.44% | -9.04% | +45.01% | +30.53% | |
| Flows | -$1M | +$601K | +$5M | +$10M | +$10M | - |
Characteristics
The ProShares S&P Global Core Battery Metals ETF is built to track the S&P Global Core Battery Metals 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 | ProShares |
| N° of holdings | 50 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | November 29, 2022 |
| ESG | Yes |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 50
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +33.72% | +34.70% | +27.70% | |
Max drawdown | -32.54% | -32.54% | -41.36% | |
Max drawdown duration | 81d | 81d | 767d | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 151d | N/A |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| 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 ION?
ION is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by ProShares.
What index does ION track?
ION tracks the S&P Global Core Battery Metals Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does ION invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Metals Miners Equities. It is part of the segment: Alternative Energy.
What is the expense ratio of ION?
The total expense ratio (TER) of ION is 0.58%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was ION launched?
ION was launched on November 29, 2022, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of ION?
ION is issued by ProShares.
What is the AUM of ION?
As of July 27, 2026, ION manages $11.77 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has ION performed recently?
As of July 27, 2026, ION delivered a return of -6.34% over the past month (1M performance), -26.44% over the past three months (3M), and -9.04% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for ION?
As of July 27, 2026, ION has seen net flows of -$1M in the past month (1M flow) and +$5M year-to-date (YTD).
Does ION pay dividends?
As of July 27, 2026, ION has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.19%.
How many holdings are in ION
As of June 30, 2026, ION holds 50 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is ION?
As of June 30, 2026, ION holds 50 securities, with 49.69% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of ION?
As of June 30, 2026, ION holds a portfolio of 50 underlyings, with its largest positions including Liontown Ltd., PLS Group Ltd. and Tianqi Lithium Corp.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does ION invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, ION has its largest geographic exposures in China and Australia.
What sectors or themes does ION focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, ION is primarily exposed to Non-Energy Materials.
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