ROBO — Robo Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF
Thematic Ranked #111 of 120 tracked ETFs · Issued by Robo Global
Overview
The Robo Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF (ROBO) is a Thematic fund issued by Robo Global that currently manages $2.05 billion in assets. Trading at a price of $81.01, the fund holds an overall rank of #111 out of 120 tracked ETFs across all categories and has received an ETFValuer grade of C with a score of 50.9. Investors face an expense ratio of 0.95% while the fund offers a dividend yield of 0.34%. With 5 ETFs tracked in its specific category, ROBO represents a significant portion of the $2.05 billion AUM within this niche. The fund's substantial asset base and price point suggest established investor adoption despite its mid-tier ranking among the broader universe of 120 funds.
Recent price action shows a decline of 1.11% over one day and a sharper drop of 5.43% over one week, followed by a 2.84% loss over the past month. This short-term weakness contrasts with a strong recovery and acceleration in longer horizons, as the fund gained 16.81% over three months and 12.51% over six months. Year-to-date returns stand at 14.57%, building on a robust 36.75% gain over the last year. The three-year return of 36.73% indicates that the fund has maintained significant long-term growth despite recent monthly fluctuations. The data reveals a pattern where short-term volatility has not prevented the fund from delivering substantial positive returns over the one-year and three-year periods.
ROBO carries a High volatility label and a beta of 1.77, indicating that the fund's price movements are significantly more sensitive to market changes than the broader market. This elevated sensitivity is reflected in a maximum drawdown of -27.92%, representing the largest peak-to-trough decline recorded. Despite these risks, the fund has generated a Sharpe ratio of 1.23, suggesting that the returns achieved have compensated investors well for the volatility endured. The combination of a high beta and a deep drawdown implies that the fund experiences pronounced swings in both up and down markets. Investors in this Thematic category should expect substantial price fluctuations alongside the potential for high returns as evidenced by the Sharpe ratio.
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ROBO Top Holdings
| # | Holding | % of Net Assets | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DREY INST PREF GOV MM-M | 4.26% | $75M |
| 2 | CELESTICA INC. | 2.22% | $39M |
| 3 | AIRTAC INTERNATIONAL GROUP | 1.93% | $34M |
| 4 | Koh Young Technology Inc | 1.85% | $33M |
| 5 | TERADYNE, INC. | 1.84% | $33M |
| 6 | Infineon Technologies AG | 1.84% | $33M |
| 7 | HIWIN TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION | 1.82% | $32M |
| 8 | Harmonic Drive Systems Inc. | 1.79% | $32M |
| 9 | FANUC CORPORATION | 1.77% | $31M |
| 10 | AMBARELLA, INC. | 1.77% | $31M |
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.
ROBO Performance History
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1-Day | -1.11% |
| 1-Week | -5.43% |
| 1-Month | -2.84% |
| 3-Month | +16.81% |
| 6-Month | +12.51% |
| YTD | +14.57% |
| 1-Year | +36.75% |
| 3-Year | +36.73% |
How ROBO Compares to Other Thematic ETFs
| Rank | Grade | Ticker | Name | 1-Year | Exp. Ratio | AUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #106 | C |
ICLN | iShares Global Clean Energy ETF | +41.75% | 0.39% | $2.91B |
| #111 | C |
ROBO | Robo Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF | +36.75% | 0.95% | $2.05B |
| #116 | D |
TAN | Invesco Solar ETF | +40.44% | 0.7% | $1.72B |
| #119 | D |
ARKK | ARK Innovation ETF | +13.80% | 0.75% | $6.53B |
| #120 | D |
BOTZ | Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF | +12.45% | 0.68% | $3.52B |