(YEAR) AB Ultra Short Income - Ratings and Ratios

The AB Ultra Short Income ETF (NYSE ARCA: YEAR) is an actively managed exchange-traded fund designed to generate income while maintaining a low sensitivity to interest rate changes. The fund primarily invests in a diversified portfolio of U.S. government securities and investment-grade corporate bonds. Its strategy focuses on preserving capital while pursuing incremental income opportunities. The ETF is structured to maintain a dollar-weighted average duration of less than one year, which positions it as a low-duration fixed-income solution for investors seeking stability in volatile markets.

Under normal market conditions, the fund may also allocate to mortgage-backed securities (MBS), asset-backed securities, certificates of deposit (CDs), and commercial paper. This diversification across different fixed-income asset classes aims to enhance yield without significantly increasing credit or duration risk. The ETFs active management allows the portfolio team to dynamically adjust allocations based on market conditions, interest rate trends, and credit spreads.

As of the latest data, the ETF has an average volume of 201,900 shares traded over a 20-day period, with a last price of $50.47. Its short-term moving averages indicate a stable price trend, with the 20-day SMA at $50.38 and the 50-day SMA at $50.24. The 200-day SMA of $49.52 reflects longer-term price stability. The Average True Range (ATR) of 0.08 highlights the funds low volatility, consistent with its ultrashort bond strategy.

The funds assets under management (AUM) total $1.34 billion, reflecting its popularity as a conservative fixed-income investment vehicle. Its focus on high-quality, short-duration securities makes it appealing to investors seeking to navigate rising interest rate environments or reduce exposure to market volatility.