RSSX vs. ASET

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

RSSX (Return Stacked U.S. Stocks & Gold/Bitcoin ETF) and ASET (FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund) are both Diversified Portfolio funds. RSSX is actively managed, while ASET is passively managed. RSSX charges 0.68%/yr vs 0.57%/yr for ASET.

Performance

RSSX vs. ASET - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Return Stacked U.S. Stocks & Gold/Bitcoin ETF (RSSX) and FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund (ASET). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

RSSX

• 1D: -2.19%
• 1M: -3.05%
• YTD: 1.26%
• 6M: 0.73%
• 1Y: 28.58%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

ASET

• 1D: 0.00%
• 1M: 0.00%
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

RSSX vs. ASET - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
RSSX Return Stacked U.S. Stocks & Gold/Bitcoin ETF	-2.79%
ASET FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund	0.00%

Return for Risk

RSSX vs. ASET — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

RSSX

RSSX Risk / Return Rank: 24
RSSX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 25
RSSX Sortino Ratio Rank: 24
RSSX Omega Ratio Rank: 25
RSSX Calmar Ratio Rank: 22
RSSX Martin Ratio Rank: 23

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

RSSX vs. ASET - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Return Stacked U.S. Stocks & Gold/Bitcoin ETF (RSSX) and FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund (ASET). 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.

	RSSX	ASET	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	0.90	—	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	1.34	—	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.17	—	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	1.05	—	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	3.02	—	—
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	RSSX	ASET	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.90	—	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.99	—	—

Drawdowns

RSSX vs. ASET - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum RSSX drawdown since its inception was -27.37%, which is greater than ASET's maximum drawdown of 0.00%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for RSSX and ASET.

Drawdown Indicators

	RSSX	ASET	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-27.37%	0.00%	-27.37%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-27.37%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-15.42%	0.00%	-15.42%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-6.72%	0.00%	-6.72%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	9.49%	—	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	RSSX	ASET	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	7.93%	—	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	26.82%	—	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	31.81%	0.00%	+31.81%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	31.80%	0.00%	+31.80%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	31.80%	0.00%	+31.80%

RSSX vs. ASET - Expense Ratio Comparison

RSSX has a 0.68% expense ratio, which is higher than ASET's 0.57% expense ratio.

Dividends

RSSX vs. ASET - Dividend Comparison

RSSX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.52%, while ASET has not paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025
ASET FlexShares Real Assets Allocation Index Fund	0.00%	0.00%
RSSX Return Stacked U.S. Stocks & Gold/Bitcoin ETF	1.52%	1.54%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, RSSX or ASET?

On fees, ASET is cheaper at 0.57% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, RSSX or ASET?

ASET is cheaper with a 0.57% expense ratio, compared with 0.68% for RSSX.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, RSSX or ASET?

RSSX has the higher dividend yield at 1.52%, compared with 0.00% for ASET.

What is the main difference between RSSX and ASET?

They also come from different issuers: Return Stacked and Northern Trust. Their fees differ too: 0.68% for RSSX and 0.57% for ASET.