BCTK vs. BROL

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

BCTK (Baron Technology ETF) and BROL (Baron Risk Optimized Large Cap ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - BCTK is a Technology Equities fund actively managed by Baron Capital, while BROL is a Large Cap Growth Equities fund actively managed by Baron Capital. Both are actively managed. Their 0.71 correlation means they have sometimes moved together and sometimes differently. BCTK charges 0.75%/yr vs 0.45%/yr for BROL.

Performance

BCTK vs. BROL - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Baron Technology ETF (BCTK) and Baron Risk Optimized Large Cap ETF (BROL). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

BCTK

• 1D: 1.16%
• 1M: -7.64%
• 6M: 13.55%
• YTD: 12.33%
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: —

BROL

• 1D: 0.76%
• 1M: -1.89%
• 6M: —
• YTD: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Liquidity Comparison

Position	Avg. Volume Value (2W)	Avg. Volume Value (1M)	Avg. Volume Value (3M)
BCTK Baron Technology ETF	$575.68K	$431.57K	$642.86K
BROL Baron Risk Optimized Large Cap ETF	$168.25K	$88.29K	$115.56K

BCTK vs. BROL - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
BCTK Baron Technology ETF	-7.38%
BROL Baron Risk Optimized Large Cap ETF	0.33%

Correlation

The correlation between BCTK and BROL is 0.71, which is moderate. They have sometimes moved together and sometimes differently, sharing some price drivers without tracking each other closely.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 27, 2026	0.71

Return for Risk

BCTK vs. BROL - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Baron Technology ETF (BCTK) and Baron Risk Optimized Large Cap ETF (BROL). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Drawdowns

BCTK vs. BROL - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum BCTK drawdown since its inception was -18.63%, which is greater than BROL's maximum drawdown of -4.67%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for BCTK and BROL.

Drawdown Indicators

	BCTK	BROL	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-18.63%	-4.67%	-13.96%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-13.13%	-2.83%	-10.30%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-4.08%	-1.84%	-2.24%

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	BCTK	BROL	Difference
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	31.80%	15.39%	+16.41%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	31.80%	15.39%	+16.41%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	31.80%	15.39%	+16.41%

BCTK vs. BROL - Expense Ratio Comparison

BCTK has a 0.75% expense ratio, which is higher than BROL's 0.45% expense ratio.

Dividends

BCTK vs. BROL - Dividend Comparison

Neither BCTK nor BROL has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both BCTK and BROL in my portfolio?

BCTK and BROL have a correlation of 0.71, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which ETF is better, BCTK or BROL?

On fees, BROL is cheaper at 0.45% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, BCTK or BROL?

BROL is cheaper with a 0.45% expense ratio, compared with 0.75% for BCTK.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, BCTK or BROL?

BCTK and BROL have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between BCTK and BROL?

BCTK is categorized as Technology Equities, while BROL is Large Cap Growth Equities. Their fees differ too: 0.75% for BCTK and 0.45% for BROL.