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Global X US Preferred ETF
PFFD performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.52% | -3.29% | -0.96% | -3.06% | +13.79% | -6.08% |
| Flows | +$13M | +$43M | +$18M | -$69M | -$31M | +$589M |
Characteristics
The Global X US Preferred ETF is built to track the ICE BofA Diversified Core U.S. Preferred Securities Index 4PM All Exchange Close - 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 | Global X |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 11, 2017 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +7.41% | +7.06% | +8.38% | +10.37% |
Max drawdown | -3.76% | -5.87% | -10.86% | -24.20% |
Max drawdown duration | 34d | 237d | 336d | 1774d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 163d | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of September 17, 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 PFFD?
PFFD is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Global X.
What index does PFFD track?
PFFD tracks the ICE BofA Diversified Core U.S. Preferred Securities Index 4PM All Exchange Close - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What is the expense ratio of PFFD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of PFFD is 0.23%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was PFFD launched?
PFFD was launched on September 11, 2017, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of PFFD?
PFFD is issued by Global X.
What is the AUM of PFFD?
As of September 16, 2026, PFFD manages $2.10 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has PFFD performed recently?
As of September 16, 2026, PFFD delivered a return of -2.52% over the past month (1M performance), -3.29% over the past three months (3M), and -0.96% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for PFFD?
As of September 16, 2026, PFFD has seen net flows of +$13M in the past month (1M flow) and +$18M year-to-date (YTD).
Does PFFD pay dividends?
As of September 16, 2026, PFFD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 6.67%.
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