Inspire International ETF Reaches $485M AUM with 31.6% Annual Returns
Inspire International ETF launched in September 2019 and has amassed $485.1 million in assets under management while charging a 0.66% annual expense ratio. The fund posted a 31.57% return over the past year, 8.25% year-to-date and offers a 2.39% trailing dividend yield.
1. Fund Overview
Inspire International ETF debuted on September 30, 2019, and tracks the Inspire International Index of large-cap foreign and emerging market companies with positive Impact Scores. It has grown to $485.1 million in assets under management, offering investors broad exposure to global equities through a smart beta strategy.
2. Performance Metrics
The fund gained 31.57% over the past 12 months and 8.25% year-to-date. It has traded between $27.43 and $39.98 over the last 52 weeks, exhibits a beta of 0.79 and a three-year standard deviation of 14.30%, indicating moderate volatility relative to the market.
3. Holdings and Diversification
With approximately 220 holdings, the ETF minimizes single-stock risk through diversified sector exposure. Its top five positions, led by Fanuc Corp at 0.67%, account for under 6.02% of total assets, reflecting a broad allocation across global industrial and consumer names.
4. Expense Structure and Alternatives
The fund’s 0.66% annual expense ratio aligns with smart beta peers and supports a 2.39% trailing dividend yield. Investors seeking lower fees may consider Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF at 0.09% or iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF at 0.15%, each with over $11 billion in assets.