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VanEck Green Bond ETF (GRNB)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/24/2025: GRNB (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 9.72% | Avg. Invested days 56 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/24/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.8 | 52 Weeks Range 22.67 - 24.21 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 22.67 - 24.21 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
VanEck Green Bond ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The VanEck Green Bond ETF (GRNB) seeks to track the performance of the S&P Green Bond Select Index, which is composed of bonds issued to finance environmentally friendly projects. It aims to provide exposure to the global green bond market.
Reputation and Reliability
VanEck has a solid reputation as an established ETF provider with a long history of offering specialized and thematic investment solutions.
Management Expertise
VanEck has a dedicated fixed income team with experience in managing various bond strategies.
Investment Objective
Goal
To replicate as closely as possible, before fees and expenses, the price and yield performance of the S&P Green Bond Select Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF tracks a specific index, the S&P Green Bond Select Index.
Composition Primarily invests in investment-grade green bonds issued by corporations, sovereigns, and municipalities.
Market Position
Market Share: GRNB's market share in the green bond ETF space is moderate, reflecting growing investor interest in ESG-focused fixed income.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 163100000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- ICLN
- QCLN
- FAN
Competitive Landscape
The green bond ETF market is becoming increasingly competitive. GRNB's advantage lies in its pure focus on green bonds, while competitors may have broader clean energy or ESG mandates. This focused approach could be a disadvantage if the broader market outperforms pure green bonds. The lack of a strong leader indicates substantial room for growth among the competitors.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance can be found on the VanEck website or other financial data providers. Data needed for plotting.
Benchmark Comparison: Benchmark comparison can be done by comparing GRNB's performance against the S&P Green Bond Select Index. Data needed for plotting.
Expense Ratio: 0.3
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
GRNB's average trading volume is moderate, indicating reasonable liquidity for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically tight, reflecting good liquidity and efficient trading.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
GRNB is influenced by factors such as interest rate changes, credit spreads, and investor sentiment towards ESG and sustainable investing. Favorable government policies and increased corporate focus on sustainability drive demand.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on the issuance volume of green bonds and increasing investor adoption of ESG investing. The ETF will change as the bond holdings mature, and new green bonds enter the market.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
GRNB offers a pure-play exposure to the global green bond market, allowing investors to directly allocate capital to environmentally friendly projects. VanEck's expertise in thematic investing and ETF management provides a competitive edge. The ETFu2019s focused strategy differentiates it from broader ESG funds. While it limits flexibility, it offers targeted impact investing for environmentally focused investors. GRNB's well-defined index and transparent holdings contribute to its appeal.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
GRNB's volatility is generally moderate, as it invests primarily in investment-grade bonds.
Market Risk
GRNB is subject to interest rate risk, credit risk, and the risk that green bonds may not always meet environmental impact standards.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
GRNB is suited for investors seeking to align their fixed income investments with environmental sustainability goals and looking for diversification within their fixed income portfolio.
Market Risk
GRNB is suitable for long-term investors, especially those with a focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.
Summary
VanEck Green Bond ETF (GRNB) offers targeted exposure to the global green bond market, tracking the S&P Green Bond Select Index. It is suitable for ESG-conscious investors seeking diversification and long-term growth within their fixed income portfolio. The ETF is subject to interest rate and credit risk but provides a way to support environmentally friendly projects through fixed income investments. Its expense ratio is competitive, and liquidity is adequate for most investors, although volume is moderate. GRNB's performance is driven by green bond issuance and investor sentiment towards ESG investments.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- VanEck
- S&P Dow Jones Indices
- Morningstar
- Bloomberg
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About VanEck Green Bond ETF
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The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise the fund's benchmark index. The index is comprised of bonds issued for qualified green purposes and seeks to measure the performance of U.S. dollar denominated green-labeled bonds issued globally.
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