Fidelity MSCI Real Estate Index ETF (FREL)
| Assets | $1.41B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.08% |
| PE Ratio | 31.88 |
| Shares Out | 48.65M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $0.97 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.32% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Payout Ratio | 105.87% |
| 1-Year Return | +3.42% |
| Volume | 190,922 |
| Open | 28.93 |
| Previous Close | 28.99 |
| Day's Range | 28.89 - 29.21 |
| 52-Week Low | 23.35 |
| 52-Week High | 29.21 |
| Beta | 1.03 |
| Holdings | 132 |
| 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
47.16% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Prologis, Inc. | PLD | 8.47% |
| Welltower Inc. | WELL | 8.24% |
| American Tower Corporation | AMT | 5.54% |
| Equinix, Inc. | EQIX | 4.69% |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | SPG | 4.25% |
| Realty Income Corporation | O | 3.77% |
| Digital Realty Trust, Inc. | DLR | 3.77% |
| Public Storage | PSA | 3.10% |
| CBRE Group, Inc. | CBRE | 2.89% |
| Crown Castle Inc. | CCI | 2.43% |
Dividends
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2025 | $0.216 | Dec 23, 2025 |
| 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 |
News
The State Of REITs: February 2026 Edition
The REIT sector rebounded from a rough 2025 (-3.57%) by starting off 2026 in the black (+1.09%). Small-cap REITs (+3.27%) outperformed in January, followed by solid gains from mid-caps (+2.65%) and la...
The State Of REITs: January 2026 Edition
The REIT sector closed out 2025 with a tough December (-1.48%) and finishing the year with a -3.57% total return for 2025. Small caps (+0.51%) eked out a small gain in December, while mid caps (-1.77%...
The State Of REITs: December 2025 Edition
The REIT sector returned to positive territory in November (+1.02%) after back-to-back months in the red. Mid caps (+3.53%) led the REIT sector in November followed by small caps (+3.38%) and large ca...
FREL: Quality REITs To Deliver Stable Income, But Low Growth
Fidelity MSCI Real Estate Index ETF earns a 'Hold' rating for its low-cost, diversified REIT exposure and stable dividend income. FREL's top holdings—Welltower, Prologis, and American Tower—anchor rel...
REIT Market Perspectives - December 2025
Year-to-date returns across the REIT market varied remarkably, with large gains from non-U.S. REITs and U.S. healthcare REITs, while U.S. residential and data center sectors were notable laggards. In ...
The State Of REITs: November 2025 Edition
The REIT sector has seen back-to-back tough months as it saw a modest average negative total return in September (-0.73%) and fell deeper into the red in October (-4.03%). Small cap REITs (-5.05%) had...
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...








