Xtrackers Russell US Multifactor ETF(AMEX:DEUS)

Launched in November 2015, DEUS offers a factor-based selection and weighting approach to the Russell 1000 index. The fund tracks an index that is designed to provide exposure to five different factors: value, momentum, size, low volatility, and quality. Each companys value score is measured and scored by ratios such as cash flow yield and earnings yield, while 11-month returns determine momentum score. Quality is scored based on ratios such as return on assets, asset turnover, and accrual measurements. Lastly, the score for volatility is calculated based on the standard deviation of total returns. The funds Russell 1000 universe means that more midcap firms are eligible relative to a similar methodology applied to the S&P 500. As such, the fund can be compared to total market multifactor products too, not just large caps. Prior to Jan. 28, 2021 the fund name was Xtrackers Russell 1000 Comprehensive Factor ETF, with the same strategy and objective.