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SPDR SSGA US Small Cap Low Volatility Index 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. | -4.19% | +3.00% | +5.02% | +15.26% | +41.87% | +36.72% |
| Flows | +$3K | +$38K | +$1M | -$3M | -$36M | -$61M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.02% | +18.12% | +19.24% | +18.42% |
Max drawdown | -4.31% | -12.34% | -20.24% | -20.24% |
Max drawdown duration | 30d | 77d | 408d | 408d |
Time to recover | N/A | 63d | 275d | 275d |
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 |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 393
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The SPDR SSGA US Small Cap Low Volatility Index ETF is built to track the SSGA US Small Cap Low Volatility 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 | SPDR |
| N° of holdings | 393 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 20, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is SMLV?
SMLV is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by SPDR.
What index does SMLV track?
SMLV tracks the SSGA US Small Cap Low Volatility Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does SMLV invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Low Volatility.
What is the expense ratio of SMLV?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SMLV is 0.12%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SMLV launched?
SMLV was launched on February 20, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SMLV?
SMLV is issued by SPDR.
What is the AUM of SMLV?
As of March 10, 2026, SMLV manages $210.65 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SMLV performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, SMLV delivered a return of -4.19% over the past month (1M performance), 3% over the past three months (3M), and 5.02% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SMLV?
As of March 10, 2026, SMLV has seen net flows of +$3K in the past month (1M flow) and +$1M year-to-date (YTD).
Does SMLV pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, SMLV has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.61%.
How many holdings are in SMLV
As of January 31, 2026, SMLV holds 393 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SMLV?
As of January 31, 2026, SMLV holds 393 securities, with 9.55% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SMLV?
As of January 31, 2026, SMLV holds a portfolio of 393 underlyings, with its largest positions including TTM TECHNOLOGIES, PNM RESOURCES and NORTHWESTERN. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SMLV invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, SMLV has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does SMLV focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, SMLV is primarily exposed to Financials, Industrials and Information Technology.
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