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PIMCO RAFI ESG U.S. ETF
RAFE performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 28, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +8.57% | +3.46% | +5.35% | +28.95% | +59.72% | +60.78% |
| Flows | +$4M | +$11M | +$13M | +$37M | +$78M | +$94M |
Characteristics
The PIMCO RAFI ESG U.S. ETF is built to track the RAFI ESG US GTR 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 | Long Only |
| Provider | PIMCO |
| N° of holdings | 283 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | December 18, 2019 |
| ESG | Yes |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 283
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +13.25% | +11.65% | +13.30% | +15.22% |
Max drawdown | -7.42% | -7.42% | -16.57% | -24.22% |
Max drawdown duration | 64d | 64d | 131d | 717d |
Time to recover | 18d | 18d | 84d | 437d |
Replication quality
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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 RAFE?
RAFE is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by PIMCO.
What index does RAFE track?
RAFE tracks the RAFI ESG US GTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does RAFE invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large and Mid-Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Large Cap.
What is the expense ratio of RAFE?
The total expense ratio (TER) of RAFE is 0.3%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was RAFE launched?
RAFE was launched on December 18, 2019, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of RAFE?
RAFE is issued by PIMCO.
What is the AUM of RAFE?
As of April 28, 2026, RAFE manages $138.63 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has RAFE performed recently?
As of April 28, 2026, RAFE delivered a return of 8.57% over the past month (1M performance), 3.46% over the past three months (3M), and 5.35% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for RAFE?
As of April 28, 2026, RAFE has seen net flows of +$4M in the past month (1M flow) and +$13M year-to-date (YTD).
Does RAFE pay dividends?
As of April 28, 2026, RAFE has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.61%.
How many holdings are in RAFE
As of March 31, 2026, RAFE holds 283 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is RAFE?
As of March 31, 2026, RAFE holds 283 securities, with 37.33% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of RAFE?
As of March 31, 2026, RAFE holds a portfolio of 283 underlyings, with its largest positions including APPLE, JOHNSON&JOHNSON and MICROSOFT-T. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does RAFE invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, RAFE has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does RAFE focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, RAFE is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Health Care and Financials.
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