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SPDR Portfolio S&P 600 Small Cap 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. | -5.52% | +1.04% | +3.76% | +20.39% | +36.57% | +20.55% |
| Flows | +$218M | +$717M | +$561M | +$985M | +$6.55B | +$8.10B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +16.45% | +22.71% | +20.72% | +21.67% |
Max drawdown | -5.52% | -16.14% | -27.91% | -27.91% |
Max drawdown duration | 28d | 49d | 380d | 380d |
Time to recover | N/A | 35d | 247d | 247d |
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 | |
|---|---|
| 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 602
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The SPDR Portfolio S&P 600 Small Cap ETF is built to track the S&P SmallCap 600 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 | 602 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | July 8, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is SPSM?
SPSM is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by SPDR.
What index does SPSM track?
SPSM tracks the S&P SmallCap 600 Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does SPSM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Small Cap.
What is the expense ratio of SPSM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SPSM is 0.03%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SPSM launched?
SPSM was launched on July 8, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SPSM?
SPSM is issued by SPDR.
What is the AUM of SPSM?
As of March 10, 2026, SPSM manages $14.12 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SPSM performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, SPSM delivered a return of -5.52% over the past month (1M performance), 1.04% over the past three months (3M), and 3.76% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SPSM?
As of March 10, 2026, SPSM has seen net flows of +$218M in the past month (1M flow) and +$561M year-to-date (YTD).
Does SPSM pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, SPSM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.56%.
How many holdings are in SPSM
As of January 31, 2026, SPSM holds 602 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SPSM?
As of January 31, 2026, SPSM holds 602 securities, with 8.04% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SPSM?
As of January 31, 2026, SPSM holds a portfolio of 602 underlyings, with its largest positions including US83443Q1031, ARROWHEAD PHARMACEUTICALS INC and MOOG. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SPSM invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, SPSM has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does SPSM focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, SPSM is primarily exposed to Industrials, Financials and Information Technology.
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