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Inception date
May 2, 2001
Structure
Open-Ended Fund
Replication method
Physical
Dividend treatment
Distributes
Distribution tax treatment
Qualified dividends
Income tax type
Capital Gains
Max ST capital gains rate
39.60%
Max LT capital gains rate
20.00%
Primary advisor
Van Eck Associates Corp.
Distributor
Van Eck Securities Corp.
ISIN
US92189F6842
CUSIP
92189F684
FIGI
BBG000D8RYC0
Identifiers
ISIN US92189F6842
RTH provides a different yet comprehensive take on retailers. The fund's claim of global scope is limited by its objective of only investing in companies also listed in the United States. RTH began tracking a new, capped index in December 2011, but still retains the concentrated exposure typical of its HOLDRS roots. Investors looking for exposure to global retailers will find concentrated exposure to US retail giants that dominate worldwide. The fund's exposure makes it less risky than our global benchmark, making RTH a relatively safe place to get exposure to the retail space. The index is reviewed semi-annually.
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Returns
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What's in the fund
Exposure type
Retail Trade
Distribution Services
Stocks99.96%
Retail Trade83.46%
Distribution Services15.93%
Consumer Non-Durables0.57%
Bonds, Cash & Other0.04%
Cash0.04%
Breakdown by region
North America98.05%
Asia1.95%
Latin America0.00%
Europe0.00%
Africa0.00%
Middle East0.00%
Oceania0.00%
Top 10 holdings
Dividends
Dividend payout history
Assets under management (AUM)
Fund Flows
Frequently asked questions
Here's RTH key holdings breakdown:
– What's in the fund: stocks, cash
– Sector exposure: Largest sectors include Retail Trade (83.46%) and Distribution Services (15.93%)
– Geography: Primarily focused on the North America region
Remember before investing:
– Sector weights can change over time with market movements
– Performance is heavily influenced by top sectors and largest holdings
How to use it:
– Compare with other ETFs for diversification
– Explore full holdings and weights in the Holdings section
– Add more data to your research with our ETF screener
– What's in the fund: stocks, cash
– Sector exposure: Largest sectors include Retail Trade (83.46%) and Distribution Services (15.93%)
– Geography: Primarily focused on the North America region
Remember before investing:
– Sector weights can change over time with market movements
– Performance is heavily influenced by top sectors and largest holdings
How to use it:
– Compare with other ETFs for diversification
– Explore full holdings and weights in the Holdings section
– Add more data to your research with our ETF screener
RTH last dividend was 2.42 USD, compared to 1.73 USD the year before.
What it means:
– Trends rule: Compare multiple recent payments to spot growth or decline
– Variable payouts: Dividends can change depending on earnings of underlying companies
– Seasonality: Payments may vary by year, not always increase steadily
How to use it:
– Compare dividend yield and growth with similar dividend ETFs
– Use the Dividend Calendar to monitor upcoming payments
What it means:
– Trends rule: Compare multiple recent payments to spot growth or decline
– Variable payouts: Dividends can change depending on earnings of underlying companies
– Seasonality: Payments may vary by year, not always increase steadily
How to use it:
– Compare dividend yield and growth with similar dividend ETFs
– Use the Dividend Calendar to monitor upcoming payments
RTH fund flows account for −23.11 M USD, showing the net amount of money entering or leaving the fund over 1 year. Many traders use it to get insight into investors' sentiment and evaluate whether it's time to buy or sell the fund.
Other key metrics:
– RTH AUM — 260.79 M USD
– RTH discount/premium to NAV — −0.03%
– RTH expense ratio — 0.35%
For broader market analysis, read the latest market news and read the ETF trading ideas.
Other key metrics:
– RTH AUM — 260.79 M USD
– RTH discount/premium to NAV — −0.03%
– RTH expense ratio — 0.35%
For broader market analysis, read the latest market news and read the ETF trading ideas.
RTH shares are issued by Van Eck Associates Corp. under the brand VanEck. The ETF was launched on May 2, 2001, and its management style is Passive.
RTH tracks the MVIS US Listed Retail 25. ETFs typically follow a benchmark to replicate its performance, guide asset selection and investment goals.
Keep in mind:
– It's worth comparing the fund with other index-tracking ETFs
– Consider combining this fund with sector or global ETFs for diversification
Keep in mind:
– It's worth comparing the fund with other index-tracking ETFs
– Consider combining this fund with sector or global ETFs for diversification
It's worth checking RTH price change for various periods to get the full picture:
– 1 day — −0.68%
– 1 week — +0.89%
– 1 month — +8.56%
RTH's all-time low was 20.08 USD (Mar 6, 2009), and its highest price is 289.11 USD (Nov 5, 2026).
Find more dynamics in the ETF Heatmap and on the RTH price chart.
– 1 day — −0.68%
– 1 week — +0.89%
– 1 month — +8.56%
RTH's all-time low was 20.08 USD (Mar 6, 2009), and its highest price is 289.11 USD (Nov 5, 2026).
Find more dynamics in the ETF Heatmap and on the RTH price chart.
RTH top holdings are its largest positions, such as Amazon.com, Inc. and Walmart Inc., accounting for 19.16% and 12.18% of the portfolio respectively.
Other top holdings include:
– Costco Wholesale Corporation — 9.29%
– Home Depot, Inc. — 5.16%
– TJX Companies Inc — 4.96%
What it means:
– Performance drivers: Largest holdings can have the biggest impact on returns
– Concentration: Higher weights in a few assets may increase risk
– Dynamic composition: Weights change over time with market movements and rebalancing
How to use it:
– Review top holdings to understand what drives the fund
– Assess diversification and sector exposure
– Compare with other diversified ETFs before investing
Other top holdings include:
– Costco Wholesale Corporation — 9.29%
– Home Depot, Inc. — 5.16%
– TJX Companies Inc — 4.96%
What it means:
– Performance drivers: Largest holdings can have the biggest impact on returns
– Concentration: Higher weights in a few assets may increase risk
– Dynamic composition: Weights change over time with market movements and rebalancing
How to use it:
– Review top holdings to understand what drives the fund
– Assess diversification and sector exposure
– Compare with other diversified ETFs before investing
RTH assets under management (AUM) is 260.79 M USD. It represents the total market value of all assets held by the fund.
Other key metrics:
– RTH NAV — 284.05 USD
– RTH expense ratio — 0.35%
– RTH premium/discount to NAV — −0.03%
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Other key metrics:
– RTH NAV — 284.05 USD
– RTH expense ratio — 0.35%
– RTH premium/discount to NAV — −0.03%
Explore more funds in our list of largest ETFs. For deeper analysis, check the ETF Screener.
Yes, RTH pays dividends to its holders with the dividend yield of 0.85%. The last dividend (Dec 26, 2025) amounted to 2.42 USD. The dividends are paid annually.
VanEck Retail ETF expense ratio is 0.35%. It represents the annual cost of managing the fund, expressed as a percentage of its assets.
Other key metrics:
– RTH AUM — 260.79 M USD
– RTH NAV — 284.05 USD
– RTH discount/premium to NAV — −0.03%
Explore more ETFs with highest expense ratio and find even more stats in the ETF Screener.
Other key metrics:
– RTH AUM — 260.79 M USD
– RTH NAV — 284.05 USD
– RTH discount/premium to NAV — −0.03%
Explore more ETFs with highest expense ratio and find even more stats in the ETF Screener.
RTH invests in stocks.
RTH trades at a discount (0.03%) meaning the ETF is trading at a lower price than the calculated NAV.