ROBO Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF (ROBO): outlook, holdings and fees
ROBO Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF (ROBO) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Robo Global. The expense ratio is 0.98% and the yield is 0.37%. The ten largest holdings are 17% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on ROBO
| Last price | $75.81 (+1.6%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 51% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $72.44 – $79.75 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±1.6% |
| Distribution yield | 0.37% |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
ROBO fund facts
| Issuer | Robo Global |
|---|---|
| Theme | Technology & innovation |
| Assets under management | $2.0B |
| Expense ratio | 0.98% |
| Number of holdings | 49 |
| Portfolio turnover | 0% |
| Inception | Oct 22, 2013 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its total assets in securities of the index or in depositary receipts representing securities of the index. The index is designed to measure the performance of robotics-related and/or automation-related companies. The fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in investments that are not included in the index, but which the Adviser and Sub-Adviser believe will help it track the index. It is non-diversified.
ROBO top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Intuitive Surgical Inc ISRG | Healthcare | 1.90% |
| Fanuc Corporation 6954 | Industrials | 1.75% |
| Teradyne Inc TER | Technology | 1.74% |
| PTC Inc PTC | Technology | 1.71% |
| Fuji Machine Mfg. Co Ltd 6134 | Industrials | 1.70% |
| Illumina Inc ILMN | Healthcare | 1.60% |
| Rockwell Automation Inc ROK | Industrials | 1.63% |
| Harmonic Drive Systems Inc 6324 | Industrials | 1.70% |
| IPG Photonics Corporation IPGP | Technology | 1.64% |
| Koh Young Technology Inc 098460 | Technology | 1.61% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
ROBO sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Industrials | 44.2% |
| Technology | 43.9% |
| Healthcare | 5.7% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 3.4% |
| Financial Services | 1.7% |
| Communication Services | 1.1% |
By region: North America 41.7%, Japan 20.3%, Europe Developed 19.8%, Asia Developed 11.7%, Asia Emerging 4.2%.
ROBO returns and risk
| Year to date | +17.0% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +19.7% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +19.0% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +5.4% |
| 10 years (annualised) | +11.9% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 23.7% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.58 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
ROBO: frequently asked questions
What does ROBO invest in?
ROBO Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Intuitive Surgical Inc (1.9%), Fanuc Corporation (1.8%), Teradyne Inc (1.7%), PTC Inc (1.7%), Fuji Machine Mfg. Co Ltd (1.7%).
What is the ROBO expense ratio?
0.98% a year: about $98.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the ROBO dividend yield?
0.37%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will ROBO go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 51%, with a likely range (50%) of $72.44 to $79.75 from $75.81 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has ROBO performed?
Year to date +17.0%, one year +19.7%, three years +19.0% a year, five years +5.4% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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