COWZ — Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF
US Quality / Factor Ranked #102 of 120 tracked ETFs · Issued by Pacer
Overview
The Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF (COWZ) operates within the US Quality / Factor category, where ETFValuer tracks a total of five funds. Issued by Pacer, this fund has accumulated assets under management of $17.6 billion while trading at a price of $63.62. It holds an overall rank of #102 out of 120 tracked ETFs across all categories and has received an ETFValuer grade of C with a score of 53.4 out of 100. The fund carries an expense ratio of 0.49% and offers a dividend yield of 1.99%. The substantial asset size suggests significant investor adoption despite the fund's mid-tier ranking and moderate grade. These metrics collectively define the fund's current market position and cost structure relative to its peers.
Over the most recent trading day, the fund declined by 0.98% before recovering to a weekly gain of 2.28%. Monthly performance showed a slight contraction of 0.45%, yet the three-month return expanded to a positive 2.05%. This upward momentum continued into the six-month period with a return of 4.72%, contributing to a year-to-date gain of 5.59%. The one-year return reached 15.33%, while the three-year annualized return stands at 36.53%. The data indicates a divergence where short-term fluctuations have given way to stronger gains over the longer horizons of one and three years.
COWZ is classified with a Low volatility label and exhibits a beta of 0.65, suggesting price movements that are generally less pronounced than the broader market. The fund has generated a Sharpe ratio of 0.90, indicating a moderate level of risk-adjusted return relative to the volatility experienced. During market downturns, the fund experienced a maximum drawdown of -22.00%. This combination of a low beta and a defined maximum drawdown implies a behavior pattern where the fund may offer some downside protection while still participating in market movements. The Sharpe ratio reflects the efficiency of the returns generated against the specific volatility and drawdown risks encountered.
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COWZ Top Holdings
| # | Holding | % of Net Assets | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | QUALCOMM Inc | 2.67% | $485M |
| 2 | Altria Group Inc | 2.20% | $401M |
| 3 | ConocoPhillips | 2.17% | $394M |
| 4 | CVS Health Corp | 2.16% | $392M |
| 5 | Bristol-Myers Squibb Co | 2.03% | $369M |
| 6 | Ford Motor Co | 2.01% | $365M |
| 7 | Uber Technologies Inc | 2.00% | $364M |
| 8 | Pfizer Inc | 1.99% | $362M |
| 9 | Diamondback Energy Inc | 1.98% | $360M |
| 10 | Newmont Corp | 1.93% | $350M |
Holdings as of 2026-04-30 per the fund's most recent SEC N-PORT-P filing.
Market Backdrop
10-Year Treasury Yield: 4.55% (as of 2026-07-07) — The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds — the standard "risk-free rate" benchmark used to contextualize this fund’s Sharpe ratio and returns.
CBOE Volatility Index (VIX): 16.13 (as of 2026-07-07) — A real-time gauge of expected S&P 500 volatility over the next 30 days — useful context for this fund’s own volatility label.
Federal Funds Rate: 3.63% (as of 2026-06-01) — The Federal Reserve’s target policy rate, which anchors short-term borrowing costs across the economy.
COWZ Performance History
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1-Day | -0.98% |
| 1-Week | +2.28% |
| 1-Month | -0.45% |
| 3-Month | +2.05% |
| 6-Month | +4.72% |
| YTD | +5.59% |
| 1-Year | +15.33% |
| 3-Year | +36.53% |
How COWZ Compares to Other US Quality / Factor ETFs
| Rank | Grade | Ticker | Name | 1-Year | Exp. Ratio | AUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #5 | B+ |
VLUE | iShares MSCI USA Value Factor ETF | +70.58% | 0.15% | $10.6B |
| #35 | B |
MTUM | iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF | +32.91% | 0.15% | $29.0B |
| #45 | B |
QUAL | iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF | +19.27% | 0.15% | $45.9B |
| #73 | C |
USMV | iShares MSCI USA Min Vol Factor ETF | +5.66% | 0.15% | $23.0B |
| #102 | C |
COWZ | Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF | +15.33% | 0.49% | $17.6B |