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iShares U.S. Small-Cap Equity Factor ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.04% | -1.28% | +1.81% | +24.32% | +60.53% | +52.80% |
| Flows | +$94M | +$472M | +$430M | +$1.34B | +$1.84B | +$1.95B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +16.81% | +22.59% | +19.91% | +21.22% |
Max drawdown | -5.65% | -16.13% | -26.10% | -26.10% |
Max drawdown duration | 48d | 46d | 266d | 266d |
Time to recover | N/A | 32d | 142d | 142d |
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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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 840
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The iShares U.S. Small-Cap Equity Factor ETF is built to track the STOXX U.S. Small-Cap Equity Factor Index GTR - 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 | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 840 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 28, 2015 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is SMLF?
SMLF is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does SMLF track?
SMLF tracks the STOXX U.S. Small-Cap Equity Factor Index GTR - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does SMLF invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of SMLF?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SMLF is 0.15%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SMLF launched?
SMLF was launched on April 28, 2015, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SMLF?
SMLF is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of SMLF?
As of March 11, 2026, SMLF manages $3.30 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SMLF performed recently?
As of March 11, 2026, SMLF delivered a return of -4.04% over the past month (1M performance), -1.28% over the past three months (3M), and 1.81% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SMLF?
As of March 11, 2026, SMLF has seen net flows of +$94M in the past month (1M flow) and +$430M year-to-date (YTD).
Does SMLF pay dividends?
As of March 11, 2026, SMLF has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.12%.
How many holdings are in SMLF
As of January 31, 2026, SMLF holds 840 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SMLF?
As of January 31, 2026, SMLF holds 840 securities, with 10.75% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SMLF?
As of January 31, 2026, SMLF holds a portfolio of 840 underlyings, with its largest positions including US80004C2008, EMCOR GROUP and COMFORT SYSTEMS USA. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SMLF invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, SMLF has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does SMLF focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, SMLF is primarily exposed to Industrials, Financials and Information Technology.
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