Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About BLOK

What does BLOK invest in?

The Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF (BLOK) provides an actively managed strategy for navigating the dynamic world of blockchain and cryptocurrency investments. It achieves this by blending expert portfolio insights, robust risk management, and responsive decision-making. BLOK is committed to allocating at least 80% of its net assets to the equity securities of enterprises deeply engaged in either creating or leveraging blockchain innovations. Blockchain technology itself serves as the foundational infrastructure for digital currencies such as Bitcoin. This secure, decentralized digital ledger operates across a network of computers, meticulously recording and authenticating various asset classes, including physical goods (referred to as Real World Assets), non-physical properties, and entirely digital holdings.

What is the expense ratio of BLOK?

Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF (BLOK) charges an expense ratio of 0.70%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is BLOK?

Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF (BLOK) manages $1.13B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is BLOK actively managed or an index fund?

BLOK is actively managed — the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (BLOK's is 0.70%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.

When was BLOK launched?

Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF (BLOK) launched in January 2018 and is managed by Amplify.

How has BLOK performed?

BLOK's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.