Alerian MLP ETF

AMLP

Market cap $12.6B

Alerian MLP ETF offers a significantly higher dividend yield than iShares Global Clean Energy ETF but carries a much higher expense ratio iShares Global Clean Energy ETF provides exposure to 105 global renewable firms while Alerian MLP ETF focuses on a concentrated basket of 14 energy infrastructure MLPs Alerian MLP ETF has demonstrated lower volatility and a shallower maximum drawdown than iShares Global Clean Energy ETF over the last five years

Maintaining adequate diversification is extremely important. However, unless you have simplifying anchors for a portfolio, it can be very easy to lose proper diversification. I share a portfolio strategy - along with specific picks - that can deliver a diversification, low-stress portfolio that generates very attractive income and dividend growth.

The Alerian MLP ETF (NYSEARCA:AMLP) is having one of its best years in a decade.

Retirement income requires more than just high yield. REIT funds may not be the best solution. A balanced REIT portfolio can offer income and growth.

Alerian AMLP ETF remains a buy for stable, high-yield exposure to North American energy infrastructure amid rising geopolitical risks. AMLP offers a 7.5% dividend yield, avoids K-1 tax complications, and benefits from long-term, take-or-pay contracts, ensuring stable earnings. Geopolitical disruptions like the Strait of Hormuz closure and surging data center-driven electricity demand enhance the strategic value of AMLP's assets.

Income investors looking at the 4.38% on a 10-year Treasury and wishing it were closer to seven have a quiet alternative: midstream energy.

Living off dividends in retirement is not as simple as building up a big current yield. I detail the best way to think about generating sustainable dividend income in retirement. I also share 3 blue-chip dividend growth stocks yielding up to 7% that fit these criteria.

Externally managed BDCs have to meet a high bar to qualify for a durable income portfolio. Their fees and sub-optimal incentives provide a structural headwind for long-term compounding. In my portfolio, I hold 2 externally managed BDCs that have passed the test.

There are several macro trends that I have high conviction in. However, there are also several sectors that are positioned to benefit immensely from these macro trends that the market has recently sold off. I detail why I am bullish on these sectors and some high-yielding funds that are well-positioned to benefit.

Alerian MLP ETF offers concentrated, high-yield exposure to major midstream MLPs with a 7.8% yield and consistent distribution growth. AMLP's C-corp structure enables 1099 tax reporting and IRA compatibility, avoiding K-1s and UBTI complications for retirement accounts. The fund's 1.01% expense ratio and internal corporate tax drag are significant headwinds, especially in taxable accounts, limiting capital appreciation.