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iShares Large Cap Max Buffer Sep ETF
SMAX performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +2.29% | +1.47% | +2.11% | +10.91% | ||
| Flows | -$12M | -$22M | -$22M | -$850K | - | - |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Options Strategies |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 504 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 30, 2024 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 504
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +3.57% | +3.33% | ||
Max drawdown | -1.93% | -1.93% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 44d | 44d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | 12d | 12d | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is SMAX?
SMAX is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What does SMAX invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of SMAX?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SMAX is 0.53%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SMAX launched?
SMAX was launched on September 30, 2024, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SMAX?
SMAX is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of SMAX?
As of April 24, 2026, SMAX manages $97.75 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SMAX performed recently?
As of April 24, 2026, SMAX delivered a return of 2.29% over the past month (1M performance), 1.47% over the past three months (3M), and 2.11% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SMAX?
As of April 24, 2026, SMAX has seen net flows of -$12M in the past month (1M flow) and -$22M year-to-date (YTD).
Does SMAX pay dividends?
As of April 24, 2026, SMAX has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.96%.
How many holdings are in SMAX
As of March 31, 2026, SMAX holds 504 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SMAX?
As of March 31, 2026, SMAX holds 504 securities, with 40.33% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SMAX?
As of March 31, 2026, SMAX holds a portfolio of 504 underlyings, with its largest positions including NVIDIA, APPLE and MICROSOFT-T. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SMAX invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, SMAX has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does SMAX focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, SMAX is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Financials and Communication Services.
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