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ProShares Russell 2000 Dividend Growers 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. | -5.42% | +2.70% | +4.93% | +6.55% | +24.03% | +17.49% |
| Flows | -$7M | -$20M | -$15M | -$87M | -$303M | -$257M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.82% | +18.40% | +19.13% | +18.84% |
Max drawdown | -6.23% | -11.67% | -21.17% | -21.17% |
Max drawdown duration | 22d | 105d | 437d | 437d |
Time to recover | N/A | 84d | 304d | 304d |
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 104
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The ProShares Russell 2000 Dividend Growers ETF is built to track the Russell 2000 Dividend Growth Total Return 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 | ProShares |
| N° of holdings | 104 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 3, 2015 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is SMDV?
SMDV is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by ProShares.
What index does SMDV track?
SMDV tracks the Russell 2000 Dividend Growth Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does SMDV invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US High Dividend.
What is the expense ratio of SMDV?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SMDV is 0.4%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SMDV launched?
SMDV was launched on February 3, 2015, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SMDV?
SMDV is issued by ProShares.
What is the AUM of SMDV?
As of March 10, 2026, SMDV manages $630.32 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SMDV performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, SMDV delivered a return of -5.42% over the past month (1M performance), 2.7% over the past three months (3M), and 4.93% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SMDV?
As of March 10, 2026, SMDV has seen net flows of -$7M in the past month (1M flow) and -$15M year-to-date (YTD).
Does SMDV pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, SMDV has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.54%.
How many holdings are in SMDV
As of January 31, 2026, SMDV holds 104 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SMDV?
As of January 31, 2026, SMDV holds 104 securities, with 16.17% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SMDV?
As of January 31, 2026, SMDV holds a portfolio of 104 underlyings, with its largest positions including MATSON, INSPERITY and STEPAN. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SMDV invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, SMDV has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does SMDV focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, SMDV is primarily exposed to Financials, Industrials and Utilities.
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