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Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call & Growth ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -3.24% | +1.15% | +2.42% | +20.81% | +35.15% | |
| Flows | - | -$234K | -$234K | +$208K | +$5M | - |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.70% | +19.57% | +16.92% | |
Max drawdown | -4.70% | -15.02% | -22.43% | |
Max drawdown duration | 12d | 74d | 296d | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | 60d | 163d | N/A |
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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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1,883
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call & Growth ETF is built to track the Cboe Russell 2000 Half BuyWrite 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 | Global X |
| N° of holdings | 1883 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 4, 2022 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is RYLG?
RYLG is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Global X.
What index does RYLG track?
RYLG tracks the Cboe Russell 2000 Half BuyWrite Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does RYLG invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of RYLG?
The total expense ratio (TER) of RYLG is 0.35%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was RYLG launched?
RYLG was launched on October 4, 2022, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of RYLG?
RYLG is issued by Global X.
What is the AUM of RYLG?
As of March 10, 2026, RYLG manages $7.84 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has RYLG performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, RYLG delivered a return of -3.24% over the past month (1M performance), 1.15% over the past three months (3M), and 2.42% year-to-date (YTD).
Does RYLG pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, RYLG has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 10.86%.
How many holdings are in RYLG
As of January 31, 2026, RYLG holds 1883 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is RYLG?
As of January 31, 2026, RYLG holds 1883 securities, with 7.8% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of RYLG?
As of January 31, 2026, RYLG holds a portfolio of 1883 underlyings, with its largest positions including BLOOM ENERGY CORP, CREDO TECHNOLOGY GROUP HOLDING and KRATOS DEFENSE AND SECURITY SOLS. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does RYLG invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, RYLG has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does RYLG focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, RYLG is primarily exposed to Industrials, Health Care and Financials.
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