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iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF
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Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.07% | -0.38% | +0.48% | +18.01% | +77.61% | +75.94% |
| Flows | +$83M | +$1.00B | +$862M | -$7.52B | +$10.36B | +$9.63B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.29% | +17.63% | +14.67% | +17.37% |
Max drawdown | -3.23% | -12.84% | -18.03% | -28.24% |
Max drawdown duration | 14d | 45d | 230d | 709d |
Time to recover | N/A | 32d | 106d | 421d |
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
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 126
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF is built to track the MSCI USA Sector Neutral Quality 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 | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 126 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | July 16, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is QUAL?
QUAL is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does QUAL track?
QUAL tracks the MSCI USA Sector Neutral Quality Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does QUAL invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large and Mid-Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of QUAL?
The total expense ratio (TER) of QUAL is 0.15%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was QUAL launched?
QUAL was launched on July 16, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of QUAL?
QUAL is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of QUAL?
As of March 11, 2026, QUAL manages $49.09 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has QUAL performed recently?
As of March 11, 2026, QUAL delivered a return of -2.07% over the past month (1M performance), -0.38% over the past three months (3M), and 0.48% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for QUAL?
As of March 11, 2026, QUAL has seen net flows of +$83M in the past month (1M flow) and +$862M year-to-date (YTD).
Does QUAL pay dividends?
As of March 11, 2026, QUAL has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.93%.
How many holdings are in QUAL
As of January 31, 2026, QUAL holds 126 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is QUAL?
As of January 31, 2026, QUAL holds 126 securities, with 50.14% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of QUAL?
As of January 31, 2026, QUAL holds a portfolio of 126 underlyings, with its largest positions including NVIDIA, APPLE and MICROSOFT-T. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does QUAL invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, QUAL has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does QUAL focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, QUAL is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Consumer Discretionary and Communication Services.
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