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MEAR performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.00% | -0.17% | +1.15% | +1.60% | +9.86% | +12.77% |
| Flows | +$52M | +$137M | +$173M | +$243M | +$885M | +$1.21B |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 313 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 3, 2015 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 313
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +1.12% | +0.70% | +0.75% | +0.64% |
Max drawdown | -1.08% | -1.08% | -1.08% | -1.08% |
Max drawdown duration | 51d | 51d | 51d | 51d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is MEAR?
MEAR is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by iShares.
What does MEAR invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Investment Grade Municipal Bonds. It is part of the segment: Municipal Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of MEAR?
The total expense ratio (TER) of MEAR is 0.26%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was MEAR launched?
MEAR was launched on March 3, 2015, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of MEAR?
MEAR is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of MEAR?
As of October 16, 2026, MEAR manages $1.49 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has MEAR performed recently?
As of October 16, 2026, MEAR delivered a return of -0% over the past month (1M performance), -0.17% over the past three months (3M), and 1.15% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for MEAR?
As of October 16, 2026, MEAR has seen net flows of +$52M in the past month (1M flow) and +$173M year-to-date (YTD).
Does MEAR pay dividends?
As of October 16, 2026, MEAR has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.82%.
How many holdings are in MEAR
As of August 31, 2026, MEAR holds 313 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is MEAR?
As of August 31, 2026, MEAR holds 313 securities, with 21.18% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of MEAR?
As of August 31, 2026, MEAR holds a portfolio of 313 underlyings, with its largest positions including St. James Parish, FRN 1nov2040, USD (2010A-1), US46246XAD66 and US56035DEN84. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does MEAR invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, MEAR has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does MEAR focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, MEAR is primarily exposed to Municipal.
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