VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About SMHX

What does SMHX invest in?

The VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF aims to mirror, with the highest possible accuracy and before accounting for any fees or expenses, the overall investment returns—both capital gains and income—of the MarketVector US Listed Fabless Semiconductor Index. This Index is specifically designed to measure the aggregate performance of companies primarily engaged in the semiconductor production sector that operate using a "fabless" business model.

What is the expense ratio of SMHX?

VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF (SMHX) charges an expense ratio of 0.35%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is SMHX?

VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF (SMHX) manages $247.0M 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 SMHX actively managed or an index fund?

SMHX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was SMHX launched?

VanEck Fabless Semiconductor ETF (SMHX) launched in August 2024 and is managed by VanEck.

How has SMHX performed?

SMHX'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.