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PGIM Ultra Short Bond (PULS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/29/2025: PULS (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 1.99% | Avg. Invested days 87 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/29/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.02 | 52 Weeks Range 47.19 - 49.76 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 47.19 - 49.76 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
PGIM Ultra Short Bond
ETF Overview
Overview
The PGIM Ultra Short Bond ETF (PULS) seeks to provide current income while maintaining liquidity and capital preservation by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of U.S. dollar-denominated investment-grade fixed income securities with a weighted average maturity of one year or less.
Reputation and Reliability
PGIM Investments has a strong reputation as a global investment manager with a long track record of managing fixed income portfolios.
Management Expertise
PGIM's fixed income team possesses extensive experience in managing short-term bond strategies.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide current income while maintaining liquidity and capital preservation.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The fund invests in a diversified portfolio of U.S. dollar-denominated investment-grade fixed income securities, primarily focusing on securities with maturities of one year or less.
Composition Primarily invests in investment-grade corporate bonds, government securities, and asset-backed securities.
Market Position
Market Share: Data Unavailable
Total Net Assets (AUM): Data Unavailable
Competitors
Key Competitors
- MINT
- NEAR
- GGOV
Competitive Landscape
The ultra-short bond ETF market is competitive, with several established players. PULS competes on factors such as yield, expense ratio, and the expertise of its management team. Its advantages may include PGIM's research capabilities and established relationships in the fixed income market. A disadvantage is that it may have lower AUM than larger competitors, which affects liquidity and trading.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Data unavailable
Benchmark Comparison: Data unavailable
Expense Ratio: 0.11
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume indicates the ease with which shares of the ETF can be bought and sold without significantly impacting the price.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread represents the difference between the highest price a buyer is willing to pay (bid) and the lowest price a seller is willing to accept (ask).
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators like interest rates, inflation, and economic growth significantly impact the performance of ultra-short bond ETFs. Changes in Federal Reserve policy also influence short-term interest rates and bond yields. Credit spreads can widen or narrow based on investor sentiment and economic outlook.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on interest rate environment, demand for low-risk income, and the fund's ability to attract assets.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
PULS benefits from PGIM's established expertise in fixed income management. Its focus on high-quality, investment-grade securities aims to provide a stable and less volatile return profile compared to higher-yielding, riskier alternatives. The fund's emphasis on short-term maturities reduces interest rate risk. PGIM's strong brand and distribution network also provide a competitive advantage. Its disciplined approach to credit selection can help mitigate credit risk.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility is generally low due to the short-term nature of the holdings.
Market Risk
Market risk includes interest rate risk (although minimized by the short duration) and credit risk, as well as potential liquidity risk.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is risk-averse, seeking a stable income stream with minimal principal fluctuation and high liquidity.
Market Risk
PULS is best suited for conservative investors, those seeking a cash alternative, or as a component of a broader asset allocation strategy.
Summary
PGIM Ultra Short Bond ETF (PULS) offers a conservative approach to fixed income investing, targeting current income and capital preservation through a portfolio of short-term, investment-grade securities. It aims to minimize interest rate risk and provide a liquid alternative to cash. The ETF benefits from PGIM's expertise in fixed income management, although it operates in a competitive landscape with several established players. Ideal for risk-averse investors, PULS serves as a suitable option for those seeking stability and income in their investment portfolio.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- PGIM Investments Website
- ETF.com
- Bloomberg
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data and financial performance data are currently unavailable but essential for a complete analysis.
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 PGIM Ultra Short Bond
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The fund invests primarily in a portfolio of investment grade, U.S. dollar denominated short-term fixed, variable and floating rate debt instruments. Under normal market conditions, it invests at least 80% of its investable assets in bonds with varying maturities. Although the fund may invest in instruments of any duration or maturity, it normally will seek to maintain a weighted average portfolio duration of one year or less and a weighted average maturity of three years or less.
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