Fidelity MSCI Real Estate Index ETF (FREL)
| Assets | $1.09B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.08% |
| PE Ratio | 34.23 |
| Shares Out | 39.05M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $0.97 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.53% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 19, 2025 |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Payout Ratio | 119.94% |
| Volume | 315,024 |
| Open | 28.07 |
| Previous Close | 28.15 |
| Day's Range | 27.58 - 28.07 |
| 52-Week Low | 23.35 |
| 52-Week High | 30.02 |
| Beta | 1.04 |
| Holdings | 143 |
| Inception Date | Feb 2, 2015 |
About FREL
Fund Home PageThe Fidelity MSCI Real Estate Index ETF (FREL) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the MSCI US IMI/Real Estate 25-25 index. The fund tracks a cap-weighted index of US REIT and real estate companies across the entire market-cap spectrum. FREL was launched on Feb 2, 2015 and is issued by Fidelity.
Top 10 Holdings
45.92% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Prologis, Inc. | PLD | 7.75% |
| Welltower Inc. | WELL | 6.98% |
| American Tower Corporation | AMT | 5.92% |
| Equinix, Inc. | EQIX | 4.67% |
| Digital Realty Trust, Inc. | DLR | 3.96% |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | SPG | 3.86% |
| Realty Income Corporation | O | 3.51% |
| CBRE Group, Inc. | CBRE | 3.24% |
| Public Storage | PSA | 3.18% |
| Crown Castle Inc. | CCI | 2.86% |
Dividends
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | $0.226 | Sep 23, 2025 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | $0.267 | Jun 24, 2025 |
| Mar 21, 2025 | $0.256 | Mar 25, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $0.224 | Dec 24, 2024 |
| Sep 20, 2024 | $0.221 | Sep 24, 2024 |
| Jun 21, 2024 | $0.246 | Jun 25, 2024 |
Performance
FREL had a total return of -1.40% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.99%.
News
REIT Earnings Preview: Here's What We're Watching
Real estate earnings season kicks into gear this week, and over the next month, we'll hear results from 175 equity REITs, 40 mortgage REITs, and dozens of housing industry companies. One step forward,...
The State Of REITs: October 2025 Edition
After a strong August, REITs faded slightly in September (-0.73%), pulling the REIT sector's year-to-date average total return down to (-1.74%). Mid-cap REITs (-0.92%) averaged the lowest total return...
Why U.S. REITs May Shine In A Rate-Cutting Environment
For nearly five decades, US REITs have delivered stronger returns than broad US stocks in the 12 months following Federal Reserve easing cycles. Rate cuts may increase the attractiveness of REIT divid...
The State Of REITs: September 2025 Edition
REITs performed very well in August (+5.48%), almost pulling the REIT sector's year-to-date total return back into the black (-1.11%). Small cap (+7.52%) and mid cap REITs (+7.13%) averaged strong gai...
Powell Pivot Sparks REIT Rebound
U.S. equity markets notched another series of record highs this week, surging into the weekend after surprisingly dovish commentary from Federal Reserve Chair Powell, who hinted at imminent rate cuts....
The State Of REITs: August 2025 Edition
After a strong June (+2.56%), the REIT sector recovery stalled in July (-1.17%) as REITs fell to a -6.42% year-to-date return. Micro cap REITs (-0.20%) outperformed in July while mid caps (-1.18%), sm...
Disinflation Dividend: REIT Earnings Scorecard
A surprising solid REIT earnings season wrapped up this week. Of the 100 equity REITs that provide full-year FFO guidance, 62% raised their outlook - above the historical 55% average. Disinflation was...
Powell Pressured As Inflation Cools
U.S. equity markets climbed to fresh record-highs this week after a critical slate of inflation data showed that tariff-driven inflation remains muted, while rumors of a potential Powell termination s...
The State Of REITs: July 2025 Edition
REITs had another month of recovery in June (+2.56% average total return), but despite back-to-back gains remain in negative territory YTD (-5.65%). Micro cap REITs (+7.19%) outperformed for the first...
FREL: A Bet On Mid-Cap REITs Recovery
I recommend buying Fidelity MSCI Real Estate Index ETF for its smart mid-cap REIT focus, diversified subsector exposure, and competitive 0.084% expense ratio with a 3.53% yield. FREL's portfolio align...
REITs Score Key Tax Bill Wins
U.S. equity markets closed the Independence Day week at record highs after Congress approved the GOP's sweeping tax cut and spending megabill, while employment data indicated "Goldilocks" labor market...
The State Of REITs: June 2025 Edition
REITs saw a month of recovery in May (+2.08%), but still have a long way to go to get back into the black in 2025 with an average -7.33% return. Micro cap REITs (-0.73%) continued to struggle, while s...
The Inflation That Wasn't
US equity markets retreated from the cusp of record-highs this week as encouraging inflation data showing surprisingly muted tariff-related inflation was spoiled by a sudden escalation in Middle East ...
REITs: Unloved, Unwanted, Undervalued
REITweek, the annual REIT industry conference, was held last week in New York City. Humbled by frustratingly persistent interest rate headwinds and historic underperformance, the venue halls were agai...
The Drivers Behind REIT Dividend Growth
This post takes a closer look at the underlying mechanics that allow Realty Income and other high-quality REITs to grow their distributions over decades without compromising sustainability. While Real...
The State Of REITs: May 2025 Edition
The REIT sector saw another month of red in April (-6.45%) and REITs now average a -9.10% return over the first 4 months of the year. Microcap (-8.87%) and small-cap REITs (-8.69%) endured bigger aver...
REIT Replay: REIT Share Prices Rise With Broader Market In Week Ended May 2
The Dow Jones Equity All REIT index closed the recent week up 3.31%, compared with a 2.92% increase for the S&P 500 and a 3.00% gain for the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The self-storage REIT index j...
Tensions Ease Ahead Of Critical Week
US equity markets resumed their recovery this week from the "liberation day" plunge after the White House negotiated trade deals with several nations and indicated plans to ease China tariffs. Trimmin...
The State Of REITs: April 2025 Edition
REITs finished the first quarter of 2025 in the red (-3.36%) with a brutal -4.92% average total return in March. Large cap (-2.04%) and mid cap REITs (-2.63%) saw modest losses, but small caps (-4.16%...
2025 REIT Market Perspectives And A Look Ahead
A notable defensive rotation is underway this year, benefitting REIT stocks. The recipe that makes REITs a compelling investment today already contains two important ingredients – cheap valuations and...
8 U.S. REITs Announce Dividend Increases In March
Since 2000, annual returns of international equities have been better than those of the U.S. only nine times. As concerns grow about the impact of tariffs on the economy and uncertainty looms, market ...
REIT Replay: U.S. REIT Share Prices Plummet Following Trump's Tariff Announcements
Share prices for US equity real estate investment trusts plummeted alongside the broader stock market following President Donald Trump's tariff announcements on April 2. All Dow Jones US real estate s...
State Of REITs: The 'Dark Age' Is Over
While the S&P 500 and other major benchmarks entered "correction territory" this month for the first time since 2023, U.S. REITs have meaningfully outperformed the broader equity market since mid-Janu...
The State Of REITs: March 2025 Edition
REITs bounced back (+1.77%) in February and now have a positive year-to-date total return (+0.79%) after the first two months of the year. Large cap (+4.58%), small cap (+2.00%) and mid cap REITs (+0....
Losers Of REIT Earnings Season
In Part 3 of our Earnings Recap, we present a sector-by-sector breakdown of the Losers of REIT Earnings Season, discussing incremental positives/negatives and noting the individual standouts. Commerci...
Winners Of REIT Earnings Season
In Part 2 of our Earnings Recap, we present a sector-by-sector breakdown of the Winners of REIT Earnings Season, discussing incremental positives/negatives and noting the individual standouts. Healthc...
REIT Slope Adjustment Has Overshadowed Future Value Gains
Despite recent price declines, REITs' future value has increased due to higher rental rates, increased property values, and reduced competing supply. Higher market demanded returns have steepened the ...
The State Of REITs: February 2025 Edition
After a brutal December (-6.85%), the REIT sector averaged negative total returns again in January (-1.29%). Large cap (+0.30%) and mid cap REITs (+0.09%) averaged small gains in January, whereas smal...
Not All 2% Spreads Are Created Equal
Real estate investment spreads are healthier today with higher cap rates and cost of capital, enhancing long-term returns despite similar nominal spreads. Higher cap rates lead to more accretive organ...
The State Of REITs: January 2025 Edition
The REIT sector took a beating in December with an average total return of -6.85% but still finished in the black for full year 2024 (+3.70%). Small cap (-5.98%) and mid cap REITs (-6.62%) outperforme...
REITs Say 'Good Riddance' To 2024
U.S. equity markets sputtered in a choppy final week of 2024 as investors returned from the holidays with trepidation following the best two-year run for the S&P 500 since 1997-1998. The S&P 500 finis...
REITs Remain On Naughty List
U.S. equity markets rebounded after their worst week since November, while interest rates swelled to fresh seven-month highs as investors parsed data showing relatively strong retail and travel demand...
The State Of REITs: December 2024 Edition
The REIT sector bounced back from a rough October with a strong +3.19% average total return in November. Small cap (+4.19%), mid cap (+3.70%), and large cap (+3.39%) REITs averaged gains in November, ...
