Key Points
The Ark Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (NYSEMKT: ARKQ) has seen a remarkable recovery, posting a 92% gain over the past year, significantly outperforming the S&P 500, which gained 30.7% during the same period. The ETF, with an inception date of September 30, 2014, focuses on companies involved in robotics, energy, automation, artificial intelligence, and transportation.
As of April 7, 2026, ARKQ’s top holdings include Tesla (9.47%), Teradyne (9.05%), and Kratos Defense & Security (6.64%). The ETF has averaged annual returns of 17.53% over the past 11 years, outperforming the long-term S&P 500 average of 10%. Investing $500 monthly could lead to over $1 million after 22 years at this return rate.
Despite the strong performance, potential investors should be aware of risks associated with actively managed tech ETFs, including volatility and market performance. The fund’s expense ratio stands at 0.75%, and it typically holds 30 to 50 stocks.
