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VanEck Uranium+Nuclear Energy ETF
Trading data
NLR performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 9, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -5.39% | +6.61% | +12.97% | +94.51% | +177.39% | +215.30% |
| Flows | +$243M | +$849M | +$687M | +$2.69B | +$3.81B | +$3.84B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +41.92% | +37.39% | +29.48% | +25.14% |
Max drawdown | -16.12% | -25.64% | -29.79% | -29.79% |
Max drawdown duration | 40d | 104d | 116d | 116d |
Time to recover | N/A | 68d | 45d | 45d |
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 | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 25
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The VanEck Uranium+Nuclear Energy ETF is built to track the MVIS Global Uranium & Nuclear Energy Net Total Return 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 | VanEck |
| N° of holdings | 25 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | August 13, 2007 |
| ESG | Yes |
What type of ETF is NLR?
NLR is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by VanEck.
What index does NLR track?
NLR tracks the MVIS Global Uranium & Nuclear Energy Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does NLR invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Global Equities. It is part of the segment: Alternative Energy.
What is the expense ratio of NLR?
The total expense ratio (TER) of NLR is 0.56%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was NLR launched?
NLR was launched on August 13, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of NLR?
NLR is issued by VanEck.
What is the AUM of NLR?
As of March 9, 2026, NLR manages $4.72 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has NLR performed recently?
As of March 9, 2026, NLR delivered a return of -5.39% over the past month (1M performance), 6.61% over the past three months (3M), and 12.97% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for NLR?
As of March 9, 2026, NLR has seen net flows of +$243M in the past month (1M flow) and +$687M year-to-date (YTD).
Does NLR pay dividends?
As of March 9, 2026, NLR has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.27%.
How many holdings are in NLR
As of January 31, 2026, NLR holds 25 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is NLR?
As of January 31, 2026, NLR holds 25 securities, with 75.88% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of NLR?
As of January 31, 2026, NLR holds a portfolio of 25 underlyings, with its largest positions including CAMECO, DENISON MINES and URANIUM ENERGY. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does NLR invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, NLR has its largest geographic exposures in USA, Canada and Australia.
What sectors or themes does NLR focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, NLR is primarily exposed to Energy, Utilities and Industrials.
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