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American Century California Municipal Bond ETF(CATF)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CATF
10/02/2026: CATF (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
The American Century California Municipal Bond ETF (CATF) provides targeted, active exposure to investment-grade municipal bonds issued within California. It is designed to generate current income that is exempt from both federal and California state income taxes, making it a compelling choice for tax-sensitive, income-oriented investors. The fund's primary strengths include its active management, which allows for tactical risk positioning, and its focus on high-quality credit. However, investors must consider the risks of geographic concentration in California and the inherent sensitivity of bond prices to interest rate changes. It is most suitable for long-term income investors, and those interested should monitor California's fiscal health and the overall municipal interest rate environment.
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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 focuses on income preservation rather than aggressive capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Municipal bonds are income vehicles and generally do not exhibit the trends favored by momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Active management identifies value within muni bonds, but it is not a traditional equity value play. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | The fund is specifically designed for investors seeking tax-advantaged income streams. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | The portfolio emphasizes investment-grade securities, making it suitable for conservative portfolios seeking capital preservation. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
California residents in higher tax brackets who are seeking a tax-advantaged income stream and capital preservation.
Suitability
Best for long-term investors looking for tax-efficient income rather than short-term traders.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium | Bond prices fluctuate inversely with interest rates, impacting the fund's net asset value. |
| Market risk | Medium | Changes in the broader economic environment affect the value of municipal securities. |
| Concentration | High | The fund is concentrated geographically in California, making it susceptible to state-specific economic or fiscal issues. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | As an active fund, performance may diverge from standard municipal benchmarks based on manager decisions. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Some municipal bonds trade less frequently, which could impact execution prices during market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Low | The fund invests in high-quality investment-grade bonds, limiting credit default risk. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
CATF exhibits moderate volatility, typical of intermediate-duration municipal bond portfolios.
Market Risk
Primary risks include interest rate risk and the specific economic health of the California municipal sector.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed-income type | California Municipal Bonds (Investment Grade) | 96 | These bonds provide income exempt from federal and California state taxes, forming the core of the fund's strategy. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 4 | Cash balances are maintained for liquidity purposes to manage redemptions and opportunistic bond purchases. |
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 2.1% | Avg. Invested days 53 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Oct 2, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $139.98M |
| Issuer | American Century Investments |
| Distribution Yield | 3.68% |
| Inception | Jul 16, 2024 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | -2.55% |
| 1 Year | -1.11% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 5.55% |
| 3Y Volatility | 0% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0 |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Basic Materials | 0.00% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 0.00% |
| Financial Services | 0.00% |
| Real Estate | 0.00% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| BlackRock Liquidity Funds - MuniCash | 3.14% |
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