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VanEck ETF Trust - VanEck CLO ETF(CLOI)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CLOI
10/02/2026: CLOI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
VanEck CLO ETF (CLOI) is an actively managed fund that invests primarily in investment-grade tranches of Collateralized Loan Obligations. Its main strength lies in providing a floating-rate income stream, which offers significant utility for income-focused investors looking for alternatives to traditional corporate bonds. The fund is managed by VanEck, providing high-quality research, though investors should be mindful of the structural complexity and potential liquidity risks inherent to CLO assets. It is best suited for income-oriented investors who monitor credit market health and interest rate cycles closely.
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 | CLOI is focused on income generation rather than aggressive capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The fund's price action is typically stable and yield-driven, making it unsuitable for momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Value investors may appreciate the yield-to-risk profile but should look elsewhere for deep value equity plays. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | The primary objective of the fund is to provide consistent income from a high-quality credit source. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While investment-grade CLOs are robust, they carry structural risks that differentiate them from government bonds. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Income-oriented investors looking for credit exposure that is less sensitive to interest rate fluctuations than traditional bonds.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term investors seeking consistent yield in a credit-focused portfolio.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium | CLO prices can fluctuate based on broader market credit spreads. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund is subject to systemic credit and economic downturns. |
| Concentration | Medium | The fund concentrates in the CLO sector, creating specific industry risk. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The expense ratio is transparent and typical for an actively managed fund. |
| Liquidity | Medium | CLO secondary markets can experience reduced liquidity during stressed conditions. |
| Business/sector quality | Low / none | The underlying loans are generally senior secured, providing structural credit protection. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
CLOI exhibits lower volatility than equities, but is subject to credit spread movements in the CLO market.
Market Risk
Risks include interest rate risk, credit risk of underlying borrowers, and structural risks inherent to the CLO asset class.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed-income type | Investment-Grade Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLO) Tranches | 98 | This provides exposure to a diversified pool of senior secured corporate loans structured as investment-grade tranches. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 2 | Cash holdings are maintained for liquidity purposes and to facilitate day-to-day portfolio operations. |
Price Behavior
Steady Uptrend
The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 7.34% | Avg. Invested days 167 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  2.0 |
| 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) | $1.64B |
| Issuer | VanEck |
| Expense Ratio | 0.4% |
| Distribution Yield | 5.19% |
| Inception | Jun 21, 2022 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +3.59% |
| 1 Year | +5.13% |
| 3 Year | +6.53% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 0.69% |
| 3Y Volatility | 0.82% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 2.62 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
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 |
|---|---|
| Holdings Turnover | 59.0% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| Ares Lxi Clo-2.71%-10-20-2034 | 10.54% |
| Dryden 93 Clo-2.64%-01-15-2034 | 6.70% |
| Bain Capital Credit Clo 2021-4-2.71%-10-20-2034 | 6.65% |
| Ocp Clo 2020-19-2.76%-10-20-2034 | 6.63% |
| Cedar Funding Viii Clo-2.69%-10-17-2034 | 6.63% |
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