Rare Earth Element ETFs and Funds
REE ETFs provide diversified, liquid exposure to rare earth investment thesis. This page compares funds by holdings quality, expense ratios, AUM, and exposure assessment.
What "REE Exposure" Actually Means
Not all "REE ETFs" have equal exposure quality. Some funds bundle mining companies with weak REE linkage. Others focus on pure-play REE separators and magnet makers. Understanding holdings composition is critical.
Exposure Quality Factors
- Revenue Linkage: % of fund holdings' revenue actually from REE.
- Supply Chain Weighting: Midstream (separator) vs. upstream (mining) weighting.
- Concentration Risk: Largest holdings and sector weighting.
- Liquidity: Fund AUM and daily trading volume.
ETF Comparison Table
Compare REE ETFs by expense ratio, AUM, holdings, and exposure quality. Data updated quarterly.
| Fund Name | Ticker | AUM ($M) | Expense Ratio | Holdings | Exposure Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynas Rare Earths | LREIX | ~3,000 | N/A (Single stock) | Pure-play | Highest |
| Example REE ETF | TREY | ~500 | 0.65% | 30+ | Medium-High |
| Materials ETF | XLB | ~20,000 | 0.13% | 100+ | Low (diversified) |
Single-Stock vs. Fund ETFs
Single-Stock ETFs
Example: Lynas (LREIX) trading as ETF equivalent.
Pros: Pure REE exposure, known portfolio.
Cons: Single-company risk, no diversification.
Diversified REE ETFs
Example: Themed REE or materials ETFs.
Pros: Diversification, lower volatility.
Cons: Diluted exposure, expense ratios, holding quality variable.