TCW AAA CLO ETF(ACLO)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 238 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+4.96% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$50.4
10/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ACLO

10/02/2026: ACLO (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

TCW AAA CLO ETF (ACLO) provides investors with exposure to the AAA-rated tranches of Collateralized Loan Obligations, managed by a seasoned team at TCW. The fund aims to generate steady, floating-rate income with a strong emphasis on capital preservation through high-quality credit selection. It is a compelling option for those seeking a yield advantage over traditional government bonds while maintaining a low-volatility profile. Investors should monitor credit market conditions and sector liquidity, as the fund is concentrated within the CLO asset class. It is best suited for income-oriented portfolios where stability and yield are primary objectives.

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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThis fund is designed for income generation rather than capital appreciation.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe fund's price action is typically stable and low-beta, offering little in the way of high-momentum trends.
Value investorMixed fitValue investors may appreciate the income yield relative to other high-grade debt instruments.
Dividend/Income investorStrong fitThe fund is an excellent tool for investors seeking consistent, higher-yielding monthly income.
Low-risk investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveWhile not risk-free, the AAA rating provides a high level of security for income-focused investors.

Investor Profile

Ideal Investor Profile

The ideal investor is an income-seeking individual or institutional entity looking for high-quality, floating-rate debt exposure.

Suitability

ACLO is best suited for long-term income-focused investors rather than short-term traders or those seeking capital growth.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
VolatilityLowThe fund is designed for low price volatility, focusing on high-quality debt instruments.
Market riskMediumBroader economic downturns can impact the secondary market value of all debt securities.
ConcentrationMediumThe fund is highly concentrated in the CLO asset class, making it susceptible to sector-specific credit shifts.
Tracking/expenseLowThe management fee is low and transparent, minimizing the impact on investor returns.
LiquidityLowThe underlying assets are highly liquid, supporting the fund's ability to handle redemptions.
Business/sector qualityLowAAA-rated CLOs historically demonstrate very low default rates, supporting high business quality.

Risk Analysis

Volatility

ACLO exhibits very low volatility consistent with high-grade fixed income, though it is not immune to market-wide spread widening.

Market Risk

The primary risk is market credit spread widening, which can reduce the fair value of underlying holdings despite their high credit quality.

What the ETF Owns

Exposure TypeExposureWeight (%)Retail Investor Read
Fixed-income typeAAA-Rated Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs)98These high-quality debt obligations provide the primary income stream for the fund while maintaining minimal credit risk.
Cash/collateralCash and Cash Equivalents2This small portion is held to manage daily liquidity needs and settlement of transactions.

Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Steady Uptrend

The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type ETF
Historic Profit 4.96%
Avg. Invested days 238
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ETF Fundamentals

Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Oct 2, 2026

Fund Basics

MetricValue
Fund Size (AUM)$601.55M
IssuerTCW
Expense Ratio20%
Distribution Yield4.87%
InceptionNov 15, 2024

Performance

PeriodTotal Return
YTD +3.66%
1 Year +5.08%
Returns over 1 year are annualized • As of Oct 2, 2026

Risk Metrics

MetricValue
1Y Volatility0.31%
3Y Volatility0%
3Y Sharpe Ratio0
Based on daily returns • As of Oct 2, 2026

Top Sectors

SectorWeight
Basic Materials
0.00%
Consumer Cyclicals
0.00%
Financial Services
0.00%
Real Estate
0.00%

Asset Allocation

Bond
97.93%
Cash
2.07%

Portfolio Characteristics

MetricValue

Top Holdings

HoldingWeight
TGCXX 1.44%
Top 1 concentration: 1.44%
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