Baron Risk Optimized Large Cap ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About BROL

What does BROL invest in?

This actively managed exchange-traded fund (ETF) is designed to achieve significant capital appreciation by targeting premier U.S. large-capitalization growth companies. Its methodology integrates a thorough bottom-up fundamental stock selection approach with an advanced risk-optimization model, striving to provide diversified growth and maintain a low tracking error.

What is the expense ratio of BROL?

Baron Risk Optimized Large Cap ETF (BROL) charges an expense ratio of 0.45%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is BROL?

Baron Risk Optimized Large Cap ETF (BROL) manages $308.6M 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 BROL actively managed or an index fund?

BROL is actively managed: the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (BROL's is 0.45%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.

When was BROL launched?

Baron Risk Optimized Large Cap ETF (BROL) launched in May 2026 and is managed by Baron.

How has BROL performed?

BROL'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.