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Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call & Growth ETF
RYLG performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of June 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +1.78% | +10.33% | +12.96% | +28.16% | +41.41% | |
| Flows | - | -$226K | -$461K | -$458K | +$4M | - |
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 |
| Strategy | Options Strategies |
| Provider | Global X |
| N° of holdings | 1890 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 4, 2022 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of April 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1,890
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +15.81% | +14.81% | +16.82% | |
Max drawdown | -4.23% | -7.99% | -22.43% | |
Max drawdown duration | 27d | 49d | 296d | N/A |
Time to recover | 9d | 18d | 163d | N/A |
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 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 June 11, 2026, RYLG manages $8.22 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has RYLG performed recently?
As of June 11, 2026, RYLG delivered a return of 1.78% over the past month (1M performance), 10.33% over the past three months (3M), and 12.96% year-to-date (YTD).
Does RYLG pay dividends?
As of June 11, 2026, RYLG has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 10.29%.
How many holdings are in RYLG
As of April 30, 2026, RYLG holds 1890 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 April 30, 2026, RYLG holds 1890 securities, with 8.7% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of RYLG?
As of April 30, 2026, RYLG holds a portfolio of 1890 underlyings, with its largest positions including BLOOM ENERGY CORP, CREDO TECHNOLOGY GROUP HOLDING and FABRINET. 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 April 30, 2026, RYLG has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does RYLG focus on?
As of April 30, 2026, RYLG is primarily exposed to Industrials, Information Technology and Financials.
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