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Sprott Nickel Miners ETF
NIKL performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 23, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.53% | -22.72% | -14.83% | +7.84% | -20.96% | |
| Flows | -$11M | -$4M | +$41M | +$59M | +$70M | - |
Characteristics
The Sprott Nickel Miners ETF is built to track the Nasdaq Sprott Nickel Miners - 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 | Sprott ETFs |
| N° of holdings | 26 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 21, 2023 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 26
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +35.04% | +35.49% | +28.43% | |
Max drawdown | -28.07% | -37.33% | -57.30% | |
Max drawdown duration | 77d | 178d | 894d | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 273d | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of June 30, 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 NIKL?
NIKL is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Sprott ETFs.
What index does NIKL track?
NIKL tracks the Nasdaq Sprott Nickel Miners - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does NIKL invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Metals Miners Equities. It is part of the segment: Uncategorized Equities.
What is the expense ratio of NIKL?
The total expense ratio (TER) of NIKL is 0.75%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was NIKL launched?
NIKL was launched on March 21, 2023, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of NIKL?
NIKL is issued by Sprott ETFs.
What is the AUM of NIKL?
As of July 23, 2026, NIKL manages $53.65 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has NIKL performed recently?
As of July 23, 2026, NIKL delivered a return of -1.53% over the past month (1M performance), -22.72% over the past three months (3M), and -14.83% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for NIKL?
As of July 23, 2026, NIKL has seen net flows of -$11M in the past month (1M flow) and +$41M year-to-date (YTD).
Does NIKL pay dividends?
As of July 23, 2026, NIKL has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.97%.
How many holdings are in NIKL
As of June 30, 2026, NIKL holds 26 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is NIKL?
As of June 30, 2026, NIKL holds 26 securities, with 87.49% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of NIKL?
As of June 30, 2026, NIKL holds a portfolio of 26 underlyings, with its largest positions including Nickel Industries Ltd., PT ANTAM (Persero) Tbk and PT Merdeka Battery Materials Tbk. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does NIKL invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, NIKL has its largest geographic exposures in Indonesia, Australia and Canada.
What sectors or themes does NIKL focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, NIKL is primarily exposed to Non-Energy Materials.
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