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ROBO Global Robotics & Automation ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 9, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.97% | +1.24% | +3.09% | +29.76% | +35.78% | +15.65% |
| Flows | +$40M | +$266M | +$250M | +$283M | -$85M | -$371M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +18.25% | +20.59% | +17.91% | +19.68% |
Max drawdown | -9.63% | -20.20% | -26.68% | -43.02% |
Max drawdown duration | 12d | 54d | 164d | 1520d |
Time to recover | N/A | 35d | 93d | 1177d |
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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Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 74
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The ROBO Global Robotics & Automation ETF is built to track the ROBO Global® Robotics and Automation Index TR - 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 | Exchange Traded Concepts |
| N° of holdings | 74 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 22, 2013 |
| ESG | Yes |
What type of ETF is ROBO?
ROBO is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Exchange Traded Concepts.
What index does ROBO track?
ROBO tracks the ROBO Global® Robotics and Automation Index TR - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does ROBO invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Equities. It is part of the segment: Robotics & Automation.
What is the expense ratio of ROBO?
The total expense ratio (TER) of ROBO is 0.95%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was ROBO launched?
ROBO was launched on October 22, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of ROBO?
ROBO is issued by Exchange Traded Concepts.
What is the AUM of ROBO?
As of March 9, 2026, ROBO manages $1.57 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has ROBO performed recently?
As of March 9, 2026, ROBO delivered a return of -4.97% over the past month (1M performance), 1.24% over the past three months (3M), and 3.09% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for ROBO?
As of March 9, 2026, ROBO has seen net flows of +$40M in the past month (1M flow) and +$250M year-to-date (YTD).
Does ROBO pay dividends?
As of March 9, 2026, ROBO has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.41%.
How many holdings are in ROBO
As of January 31, 2026, ROBO holds 74 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is ROBO?
As of January 31, 2026, ROBO holds 74 securities, with 26.07% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of ROBO?
As of January 31, 2026, ROBO holds a portfolio of 74 underlyings, with its largest positions including KOH YOUNG TECH, NOVANTA INC and JENOPTIK. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does ROBO invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, ROBO has its largest geographic exposures in USA, Japan and Germany.
What sectors or themes does ROBO focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, ROBO is primarily exposed to Industrials and Information Technology.
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