Xtrackers Russell US Multifactor ETF (DEUS)

DEUS: Multifactor Russell 1000 ETF Falls Short, Sell

DEUS is a multifactor fund, aiming to outperform the Russell 1000 Index by emphasizing five factors: quality, value, momentum, low volatility, and size. Its 0.17% expense ratio is relatively low, but DEUS has failed to catch the attention of investors. Since its launch in November 2015, it's only garnered $162 million in AUM. A poor track record is a likely reason. DEUS has only outperformed its benchmark in one year from 2016-2023, and the absence of any growth screens is one key culprit.