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SPDR® Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF(BIL)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
*as per simulation (see disclosures)- ALL
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- 1M
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- SELL Advisory (Profit)
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- Profit
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- PASS (Skip)
Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BIL
10/26/2026: BIL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
The SPDR® Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF (BIL) provides investors with exposure to ultra-short-term U.S. Treasury bills, aiming to mimic the performance of the 1-3 month segment of the yield curve. It is a highly liquid, low-risk tool that serves as a robust cash-management vehicle, backed by the creditworthiness of the U.S. government. Its primary strengths include significant scale, minimal price volatility, and high liquidity, making it an excellent choice for capital preservation. Investors should be aware that it provides no capital appreciation and that yields will fluctuate based on Federal Reserve policy. It is best suited for conservative investors or those seeking a temporary safe harbor for liquid capital.
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 | The fund does not offer capital appreciation potential beyond nominal interest income. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | This asset class generally lacks the price trend momentum sought by active traders. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While it is a stable asset, it is a cash-equivalent tool rather than a value-oriented security investment. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | It provides a stable and reliable yield that fluctuates with prevailing short-term interest rates. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | It is an ideal tool for capital preservation given the underlying U.S. government backing and short duration. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Conservative investors looking for a temporary place to park cash while earning interest, or institutional investors managing liquidity.
Suitability
Best for passive investors who want a low-risk cash management solution rather than active traders.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Low / none | The extremely short maturity of holdings minimizes price fluctuations due to interest rate changes. |
| Market risk | Low | As U.S. Treasuries, the risk of default is negligible. |
| Concentration | Medium | The fund is concentrated entirely in short-term government debt, lacking diversification across other asset classes. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund is managed to track a very straightforward index with high precision. |
| Liquidity | Low / none | The high liquidity of the underlying T-bills ensures easy execution. |
| Business/sector quality | Low / none | There is no corporate or sector risk involved, only sovereign debt exposure. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Extremely low, as the fund holds securities with very short maturities that are not significantly affected by interest rate fluctuations.
Market Risk
The primary risk is interest rate risk, where the income generated by the fund decreases as the Federal Reserve cuts rates.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed-income type | U.S. Treasury Bills (1-3 Month Maturity) | 99.5 | These high-quality government securities provide exposure to current short-term interest rates with minimal credit risk. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 0.5 | A small cash buffer is held to manage fund flows and operational expenses. |
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% | Avg. Invested days 0 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/26/2026 |
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