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abrdn Ultra Short Municipal Income Active ETF(AMUN)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AMUN
10/13/2026: AMUN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
AMUN provides tax-exempt income by investing in a portfolio of ultra-short-term, high-quality municipal bonds. Its primary strength lies in its active management, which helps mitigate credit and rate risks while maintaining a conservative profile. The fund serves as an excellent vehicle for income-focused investors needing tax efficiency and capital preservation. However, investors must consider interest-rate risks and the potential for fee drag relative to passive peers. It is best suited for conservative investors who prioritize tax-advantaged stability over aggressive capital growth.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | This fund focuses on income preservation rather than capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The fund lacks the volatility and trend-driven characteristics sought by momentum traders. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Value investors may appreciate the yield relative to tax-equivalent alternatives, but it is not a traditional equity-value play. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | It provides a tax-efficient income stream, which is ideal for investors in higher tax brackets. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | Its short duration and high-quality focus make it a suitable option for risk-averse investors seeking capital preservation. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is an individual in a high federal tax bracket looking for a tax-efficient, low-volatility place to store cash or short-term capital.
Suitability
AMUN is best suited for long-term income-oriented investors or those seeking a conservative parking spot for cash, rather than active traders.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Low | The short duration of the holdings results in low sensitivity to interest rate changes. |
| Market risk | Medium | General municipal market conditions and economic shifts can impact the fund's price. |
| Concentration | Medium | The fund holds municipal bonds which may be concentrated in specific sectors or states. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The expense ratio is competitive for an actively managed municipal bond fund. |
| Liquidity | Low | The underlying municipal bonds are generally liquid, though market stress can temporarily reduce liquidity. |
| Business/sector quality | Low | The fund focuses on investment-grade credits to mitigate default risk. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Historical volatility is very low due to the short duration of the underlying bond holdings.
Market Risk
The fund is subject to credit risk, interest rate risk, and call risk inherent in municipal bond markets.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed-income type | Investment-Grade Municipal Bonds | 97 | These tax-exempt debt securities form the core of the fund and provide the primary source of income. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 3 | Cash holdings are maintained for liquidity needs and to manage daily fund inflows and outflows. |
Price Behavior
Flat / Range-Bound
The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 0.86% | Avg. Invested days 117 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/13/2026 |
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