Simplify US Equity Plus Bitcoin Strategy ETF
Name
As of 06/01/2026Price
Aum/Mkt Cap
YIELD
Exp Ratio
Watchlist
Vitals
YTD Return
9.1%
1 yr return
24.1%
3 Yr Avg Return
28.8%
5 Yr Avg Return
16.4%
Net Assets
$43 M
Holdings in Top 10
99.4%
52 WEEK LOW AND HIGH
Expenses
OPERATING FEES
Expense Ratio 0.54%
SALES FEES
Front Load N/A
Deferred Load N/A
TRADING FEES
Turnover N/A
Redemption Fee N/A
Min Investment
Standard (Taxable)
N/A
IRA
N/A
Fund Classification
Fund Type
Exchange Traded Fund
Name
As of 06/01/2026Price
Aum/Mkt Cap
YIELD
Exp Ratio
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SPBC - Profile
Distributions
- YTD Total Return 9.1%
- 3 Yr Annualized Total Return 28.8%
- 5 Yr Annualized Total Return 16.4%
- Capital Gain Distribution Frequency N/A
- Net Income Ratio N/A
- Dividend Yield 0.8%
- Dividend Distribution Frequency Quarterly
Fund Details
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Legal NameSimplify US Equity Plus Bitcoin Strategy ETF
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Fund Family NameN/A
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Inception DateMay 25, 2021
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Shares OutstandingN/A
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Share ClassN/A
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CurrencyUSD
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Domiciled CountryUS
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ManagerPaul Kim
Fund Description
Principal Investment Strategies: The Fund has adopted a non-fundamental policy that, under normal circumstances, the Fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of U.S. companies, exchange-traded products with direct exposure to Bitcoin (“Bitcoin ETPs), and exchange-traded funds with indirect exposure to Bitcoin primarily through Bitcoin futures, options, swaps, or other derivative instruments (“Bitcoin ETFs”). The Adviser may invest in affiliated money market ETFs to manage liquidity or to pledge as collateral for derivatives.
US Equity Strategy
The Fund invests in equity securities of U.S. companies through (i) exchange-traded futures contracts, (ii) equity securities of U.S. companies, and (iii) ETFs that primarily invest in the equity securities of U.S. companies. The Fund defines equity securities as common stock, preferred stock, or futures on common or preferred stock. The Fund defines U.S. companies as those organized in the U.S.; having a class of securities whose principal securities market is in the U.S.; or derives 50% or more of its total revenues or earnings from goods produced, sales made, or services provided in the U.S., or maintains 50% or more of its employees, assets, investments, operations, or other business activity in the U.S. The Fund invests in companies without restriction as to capitalization.
The Adviser believes that, based upon its historical research, a base allocation to equities will make a significant contribution to long-term capital appreciation, while providing dividend income to help offset Fund operating expenses. The Adviser evaluates expected return, expenses, management, and leveraging effects when initially choosing between specific stocks, ETFs, and futures and evaluates allocations among these instruments on an ongoing basis to determine whether any adjustments to the allocations would provide better expected returns. The Adviser does not frequently trade US equities but seeks to maintain consistent exposure to the US equity market.
Bitcoin Strategy
The Fund targets a 10% of total assets allocation to Bitcoin ETPs and Bitcoin ETFs. The Fund generally rebalances this allocation quarterly, but will rebalance more frequently to ensure the allocation does not exceed 25% of its total assets. Bitcoin ETPs are investment vehicles that track the price of Bitcoin by directly holding actual Bitcoin (called “spot”) as their underlying asset while Bitcoin ETFs primarily invest in derivatives linked to Bitcoin to gain exposure to Bitcoin. The Bitcoin ETPs and Bitcoin ETFs trade on a U.S.-regulated securities exchange. Unlike Bitcoin ETFs, Bitcoin ETPs are not registered as investment companies under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”). The Adviser selects specific Bitcoin ETPs and Bitcoin ETFs (including affiliated Bitcoin ETFs) that it believes offer sufficient liquidity and relatively low expenses.
Description of Bitcoin and Bitcoin Blockchain
Bitcoin is a digital asset that operates on a decentralized network using blockchain technology to facilitate secure and anonymous transactions. Bitcoin represents a digital asset that functions as a medium of exchange (although it is not widely used in this manner at present) utilizing cryptographic protocols to secure transactional processes, control the creation of additional units, and verify the transfer of assets. Its operation on a decentralized blockchain network ensures both transparency and immutability of records, without the need for a central authority. This innovative technology underpinning Bitcoin allows for peer-to-peer transactions and provides a framework for digital scarcity.
The Bitcoin blockchain constitutes a decentralized, digital ledger technology that chronologically and publicly records all Bitcoin transactions. This technology is characterized by its use of blocks, which are structurally linked in a chain through cryptographic hashes. Each block contains a list of transactions that, once verified and added to the blockchain through a consensus process known as proof of work, become extremely difficult to reverse and tamper with. The integrity, transparency, and security of the transactional data are maintained autonomously within the Bitcoin network, eliminating the necessity for central oversight and facilitating trust in a peer-to-peer system.
The Fund will not invest directly in Bitcoin, Bitcoin futures, or other crypto assets. The Fund is not expected to track the price movements of crypto assets.
SPBC - Performance
Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | SPBC Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | 9.1% | -51.8% | 22.1% | 96.42% |
| 1 Yr | 24.1% | -58.9% | 46.9% | 41.53% |
| 3 Yr | 28.8%* | -25.7% | 197.6% | N/A |
| 5 Yr | 16.4%* | -29.1% | 93.8% | N/A |
| 10 Yr | N/A* | -17.2% | 37.0% | N/A |
* Annualized
Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | SPBC Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15.8% | -69.4% | 53.7% | N/A |
| 2024 | 35.9% | -94.0% | 152.6% | N/A |
| 2023 | 41.2% | -13.9% | 183.6% | N/A |
| 2022 | -28.4% | -18.2% | 8.9% | N/A |
| 2021 | N/A | -80.2% | 35.2% | N/A |
Total Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | SPBC Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | 9.1% | -97.2% | 22.1% | 99.36% |
| 1 Yr | 24.1% | -58.9% | 67.6% | 42.62% |
| 3 Yr | 28.8%* | -25.7% | 197.6% | N/A |
| 5 Yr | 16.4%* | -28.1% | 93.8% | N/A |
| 10 Yr | N/A* | -11.8% | 37.0% | N/A |
* Annualized
Total Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | SPBC Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16.8% | -69.4% | 53.7% | N/A |
| 2024 | 37.3% | -94.0% | 152.6% | N/A |
| 2023 | 48.1% | -13.9% | 183.6% | N/A |
| 2022 | -28.0% | -12.8% | 8.9% | N/A |
| 2021 | N/A | -60.0% | 35.2% | N/A |
SPBC - Holdings
Concentration Analysis
| SPBC | Category Low | Category High | SPBC % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Assets | 43 M | 177 K | 1.21 T | 81.84% |
| Number of Holdings | 4 | 2 | 4154 | 99.65% |
| Net Assets in Top 10 | 40.3 M | 1.74 K | 270 B | 66.94% |
| Weighting of Top 10 | 99.39% | 1.8% | 100.0% | 0.85% |
Top 10 Holdings
- iShares Trust CORE SP500 ETF 89.59%
- VanEck Bitcoin ETF SH BEN INT 9.88%
- DREYFUS TRSY OBLIG CASH M 0.06%
- E-mini SP 500 Futures, Jun-2026,ETH -0.15%
Asset Allocation
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | SPBC % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stocks | 99.47% | 0.00% | 130.24% | 98.06% |
| Cash | 0.68% | -102.29% | 100.00% | 10.93% |
| Preferred Stocks | 0.00% | 0.00% | 2.23% | 11.96% |
| Convertible Bonds | 0.00% | 0.00% | 5.54% | 7.12% |
| Bonds | 0.00% | -0.04% | 95.81% | 8.44% |
| Other | -0.15% | -13.91% | 134.98% | 0.83% |
Stock Sector Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | SPBC % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utilities | 0.00% | 0.00% | 25.44% | 27.45% |
| Technology | 0.00% | 0.00% | 48.94% | 46.50% |
| Real Estate | 0.00% | 0.00% | 37.52% | 47.76% |
| Industrials | 0.00% | 0.00% | 29.90% | 68.28% |
| Healthcare | 0.00% | 0.00% | 60.70% | 46.29% |
| Financial Services | 0.00% | 0.00% | 55.59% | 50.00% |
| Energy | 0.00% | 0.00% | 41.64% | 30.46% |
| Communication Services | 0.00% | 0.00% | 27.94% | 38.45% |
| Consumer Defense | 0.00% | 0.00% | 49.14% | 46.78% |
| Consumer Cyclical | 0.00% | 0.00% | 50.47% | 50.42% |
| Basic Materials | 0.00% | 0.00% | 26.10% | 52.80% |
Stock Geographic Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | SPBC % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | 99.47% | 0.00% | 127.77% | 84.85% |
| Non US | 0.00% | 0.00% | 33.51% | 73.79% |
SPBC - Expenses
Operational Fees
| SPBC Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.54% | 0.01% | 2.95% | 48.02% |
| Management Fee | 0.50% | 0.00% | 2.00% | 45.40% |
| 12b-1 Fee | N/A | 0.00% | 1.00% | 1.44% |
| Administrative Fee | N/A | 0.00% | 0.85% | N/A |
Sales Fees
| SPBC Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Load | N/A | 0.00% | 5.75% | N/A |
| Deferred Load | N/A | 1.00% | 5.00% | N/A |
Trading Fees
| SPBC Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Redemption Fee | N/A | 0.25% | 2.00% | N/A |
Related Fees
Turnover provides investors a proxy for the trading fees incurred by mutual fund managers who frequently adjust position allocations. Higher turnover means higher trading fees.
| SPBC Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover | N/A | 0.00% | 496.00% | 1.73% |
SPBC - Distributions
Dividend Yield Analysis
| SPBC | Category Low | Category High | SPBC % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.82% | 0.00% | 19.15% | 33.65% |
Dividend Distribution Analysis
| SPBC | Category Low | Category High | Category Mod | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Distribution Frequency | Quarterly | Annually | Quarterly | Annually |
Net Income Ratio Analysis
| SPBC | Category Low | Category High | SPBC % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Income Ratio | N/A | -54.00% | 6.06% | 0.15% |
Capital Gain Distribution Analysis
| SPBC | Category Low | Category High | Capital Mode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Gain Distribution Frequency | Annually | Annually | Annually |
Distributions History
| Date | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2026 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 23, 2025 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 25, 2025 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 25, 2025 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 25, 2025 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 26, 2025 | $0.080 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 23, 2024 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 23, 2024 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 25, 2024 | $0.080 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 25, 2024 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 25, 2024 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 27, 2023 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 27, 2023 | $0.100 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 27, 2023 | $0.877 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 27, 2022 | $0.102 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Mar 28, 2022 | $0.018 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 27, 2021 | $0.418 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Sep 27, 2021 | $0.012 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jun 28, 2021 | $0.044 | OrdinaryDividend |
SPBC - Fund Manager Analysis
Managers
Paul Kim
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
May 24, 2021
1.02
1.0%
Paul S. Kim has been with PGI since 2015. Previously, he was a senior vice president at PIMCO from 2009-2015. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Economics from Dartmouth College and an M.B.A. in Finance from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Mr. Kim has earned the right to use the Chartered Financial Analyst designation.
David Berns
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
May 24, 2021
1.02
1.0%
David Berns, PhD, is the chief investment officer and co-founder of the Simplify Asset Management Inc. Prior to co-founding the Simplify Asset Management in 2020, he founded Portfolio Designer, LLC, a company that specializes in portfolio design and from 2018 to 2019 was a managing director at Nasdaq Dorsey Wright. Prior to joining Nasdaq Dorsey Wright, Inc., he founded and developed a company that specializes in proprietary trading. He has specialized in developing asset allocation, portfolio management, and risk management systems for managing private and institutional wealth. Mr. Berns has a PhD in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the field of Quantum Computation.
Michael Green
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
May 24, 2021
1.02
1.0%
Michael Green is the managing director and chief strategist of Simplify Asset Management Inc. Prior to joining Simplify Asset, Michael served as partner, chief strategist and portfolio manager of Logica Capital Advisers, LLC, a Los Angeles-based hedge fund focused on derivative strategies from 2020 to 2021. Prior to Logica, Michael was portfolio manager for Thiel Macro, LLC, an investment firm that manages the personal capital of Peter Thiel from 2016 to 2019. Prior to Thiel, Michael founded Ice Farm Capital, a discretionary global macro hedge fund seeded by Soros Family Management.
Tenure Analysis
| Category Low | Category High | Category Average | Category Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.04 | 39.02 | 7.17 | 2.42 |