Principal Active High Yield ETF

YLD

Market cap $398M

YLD joins the boom of active ETFs, presenting itself as a solution in the high-yield field, a segment that, in my opinion, must be approached actively. YLD employs a concentrated, high-conviction credit selection strategy, focusing on B/BB-rated bonds and selective CCC exposure to generate alpha. It does so by keeping a duration anchored to the benchmark, but actively selecting securities within the reference credit pool.

Active high-yield ETFs are gaining traction as investors seek flexibility amid tight credit spreads and potential market events. Principal Active High Yield ETF (YLD) offers strong historical returns, a high Sharpe ratio, and a competitive 0.39% expense ratio. YLD's portfolio is diversified but has a notably high allocation to risky CCC-rated credits, increasing potential downside in volatile markets.