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Columbia Research Enhanced Core ETF
RECS performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 9, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.18% | +4.67% | +10.33% | +16.31% | +78.65% | +86.89% |
| Flows | -$12M | +$59M | +$675M | +$1.63B | +$4.49B | +$4.67B |
Characteristics
The Columbia Research Enhanced Core ETF is built to track the Beta Advantage Research Enhanced U.S. Equity 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 | Columbia Threadneedle Investments |
| N° of holdings | 451 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 25, 2019 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 451
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +10.86% | +12.01% | +14.57% | +16.59% |
Max drawdown | -2.96% | -8.79% | -18.49% | -22.06% |
Max drawdown duration | 23d | 66d | 126d | 573d |
Time to recover | 14d | 18d | 79d | 299d |
Replication quality
Data as of August 31, 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 |
What type of ETF is RECS?
RECS is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Columbia Threadneedle Investments.
What index does RECS track?
RECS tracks the Beta Advantage Research Enhanced U.S. Equity GTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does RECS invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of RECS?
The total expense ratio (TER) of RECS is 0.15%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was RECS launched?
RECS was launched on September 25, 2019, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of RECS?
RECS is issued by Columbia Threadneedle Investments.
What is the AUM of RECS?
As of September 9, 2026, RECS manages $6.01 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has RECS performed recently?
As of September 9, 2026, RECS delivered a return of -0.18% over the past month (1M performance), 4.67% over the past three months (3M), and 10.33% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for RECS?
As of September 9, 2026, RECS has seen net flows of -$12M in the past month (1M flow) and +$675M year-to-date (YTD).
Does RECS pay dividends?
As of September 9, 2026, RECS has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.01%.
How many holdings are in RECS
As of July 31, 2026, RECS holds 451 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is RECS?
As of July 31, 2026, RECS holds 451 securities, with 45.24% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of RECS?
As of July 31, 2026, RECS holds a portfolio of 451 underlyings, with its largest positions including NVIDIA Corp., Apple, Inc. and Meta Platforms, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does RECS invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, RECS has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does RECS focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, RECS is primarily exposed to Technology, Finance and Healthcare.
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