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NYLI Hedge Multi-Strategy Tracker ETF
QAI performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 30, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -3.36% | +0.18% | +0.46% | +9.10% | +24.82% | +17.43% |
| Flows | -$9M | -$24M | -$29M | +$11M | +$58M | -$27M |
Characteristics
The NYLI Hedge Multi-Strategy Tracker ETF is built to track the NYLI Hedge Multi-Strategy 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 |
| Strategy | Other Strategies |
| Provider | New York Life Investments |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Commodity, Currencies, Equity, Fixed Income |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 25, 2009 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +7.70% | +7.43% | +5.65% | +6.10% |
Max drawdown | -3.74% | -5.57% | -7.75% | -14.38% |
Max drawdown duration | 33d | 36d | 127d | 903d |
Time to recover | N/A | 31d | 79d | 501d |
Replication quality
Data as of March 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 QAI?
QAI is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Commodity, Currencies and Equity assets. It is managed by New York Life Investments.
What index does QAI track?
QAI tracks the NYLI Hedge Multi-Strategy Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does QAI invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equities, Bonds, Commodities and Currencies. It is part of the segment: Multi-Asset: Other.
What is the expense ratio of QAI?
The total expense ratio (TER) of QAI is 1.1%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was QAI launched?
QAI was launched on March 25, 2009, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of QAI?
QAI is issued by New York Life Investments.
What is the AUM of QAI?
As of March 30, 2026, QAI manages $750.93 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has QAI performed recently?
As of March 30, 2026, QAI delivered a return of -3.36% over the past month (1M performance), 0.18% over the past three months (3M), and 0.46% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for QAI?
As of March 30, 2026, QAI has seen net flows of -$9M in the past month (1M flow) and -$29M year-to-date (YTD).
Does QAI pay dividends?
As of March 30, 2026, QAI has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.5%.
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