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AB Core Plus Bond ETF(CPLS)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CPLS
10/02/2026: CPLS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
AB Core Plus Bond ETF (CPLS) provides active, diversified exposure to the U.S. fixed-income market, including investment-grade, mortgage-backed, and high-yield bonds. By utilizing AllianceBernstein's extensive research capabilities, the fund aims to deliver higher returns than passive index funds. It serves as a core portfolio holding for income-seeking investors, though it carries interest rate and credit risks. Investors should weigh the potential for active outperformance against its slightly higher expense ratio compared to passive, broad-market bond alternatives.
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 and preservation rather than equity-like growth. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Fixed income lacks the aggressive price trends typically sought by momentum traders. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Value investors may appreciate the focus on credit analysis to find mispriced bonds. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | The fund is specifically designed to provide consistent income through diversified bond exposure. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | It provides a core fixed-income exposure that generally carries less volatility than the equity market. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a long-term oriented individual or advisor seeking a professional, active fixed-income core holding.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term investors seeking income and stability rather than active, short-term traders.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Low | Bond prices are generally less volatile than stocks but still react to interest rate changes. |
| Market risk | Medium | Changes in interest rates and economic conditions directly impact bond valuations. |
| Concentration | Low | The fund holds a diverse range of securities, reducing risk from any single issuer. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | Active management costs are transparent and competitive for the strategy. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Certain corporate or high-yield bonds may be less liquid during market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | Exposure to corporate debt carries inherent default and credit quality risks. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
CPLS exhibits low to moderate volatility consistent with the broad investment-grade bond market.
Market Risk
The primary risks involve duration risk (sensitivity to interest rates) and credit risk (risk of issuer default).
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed-income type | US Treasury and Agency Securities | 40 | Provides a high-quality, stable foundation for the portfolio's interest rate sensitivity. |
| Fixed-income type | Investment Grade Corporate Bonds | 35 | Offers higher yield potential than government debt while maintaining a focus on issuer credit quality. |
| Fixed-income type | Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS) | 15 | Provides income and exposure to the housing sector with backing from government-sponsored enterprises. |
| Fixed-income type | High Yield and Emerging Market Debt | 10 | Adds diversification and potential for higher returns through selective exposure to riskier credit segments. |
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 1.37% | Avg. Invested days 57 | 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) | $199.16M |
| Issuer | AllianceBernstein |
| Expense Ratio | 0.33% |
| Distribution Yield | 4.71% |
| Inception | Dec 12, 2023 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | -2.98% |
| 1 Year | -2.23% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 3.2% |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Holdings Turnover | 0.0% |
Upturn AI Summary
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