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PIMCO Enhanced Short Maturity Active Exchange-Traded Fund(MINT)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MINT
09/17/2026: MINT (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 355 days. Simulated Profits (6.64%). Updated daily EoD!
MINT is an actively managed ETF providing exposure to a diversified portfolio of short-term, investment-grade fixed-income securities. Its core strength lies in PIMCO's rigorous active management, offering professional credit selection in an easy-to-trade ETF wrapper. It serves as an ideal tool for cash management and income generation with low volatility. Primary risks include interest rate fluctuations and credit spread widening, though it remains a lower-risk profile overall. It is best suited for conservative investors who prioritize principal preservation while seeking to outpace standard money market yields.
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 is designed for capital preservation rather than aggressive capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | This fund lacks the volatility and directional trends typically sought by momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Value investors may appreciate the focus on fundamental credit analysis but will find the yields limited compared to equity value plays. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | It provides a stable and reliable stream of income, making it a suitable option for cash-focused income strategies. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | The fund's focus on short-duration, high-quality debt makes it an excellent choice for minimizing portfolio volatility. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Conservative investors, corporations, or individuals seeking to park excess cash while earning a yield superior to a traditional savings account.
Suitability
Best for long-term investors looking for stable income or active traders needing a cash-equivalent holding during market downturns.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Low | The short duration of the underlying assets keeps price fluctuations minimal. |
| Market risk | Medium | Broader economic shifts and interest rate volatility can impact the net asset value. |
| Concentration | Low | The fund maintains a highly diversified portfolio across hundreds of individual bond issues. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | As an active fund, tracking error is expected, but the expense ratio is reasonable for the strategy. |
| Liquidity | Low | The underlying assets are highly liquid, supporting the fund's ability to handle redemptions. |
| Business/sector quality | Low | The fund prioritizes investment-grade issuers, reducing default risk. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
MINT demonstrates very low historical volatility, characteristic of an ultra-short bond portfolio.
Market Risk
Market risk is primarily driven by interest rate movements and the creditworthiness of corporate issuers.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed-income type | Investment-Grade Corporate Bonds | 65 | These high-quality corporate debts provide the primary yield enhancement for the fund. |
| Fixed-income type | Government and Agency Securities | 20 | These holdings offer high liquidity and safety, acting as a ballast for the overall portfolio. |
| Fixed-income type | Asset-Backed and Mortgage-Backed Securities | 10 | These instruments are utilized to diversify income sources beyond standard corporate and government debt. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 5 | This small allocation ensures the fund maintains daily liquidity to meet investor redemptions. |
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 9.65% | Avg. Invested days 251 | Today’s Advisory Regular Buy |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Sep 17, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $17.82B |
| Issuer | PIMCO |
| Expense Ratio | 0.35000000000000003% |
| Distribution Yield | 4.18% |
| Inception | Nov 16, 2009 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +2.99% |
| 1 Year | +4.36% |
| 3 Year | +5.14% |
| 5 Year | +3.70% |
| 10 Year | +2.76% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 0.13% |
| 3Y Volatility | 0.28% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 2.56 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
| Benchmark | BBgBarc US Agg Bond TR USD |
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 | 35.0% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| US 5 Year Note (CBT) Dec13 | 4.61% |
| Thai Union Group Public Future Dec 23 | 4.12% |
Upturn AI Summary
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