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Columbia Short Duration Bond ETF (SBND)
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11/07/2025: SBND (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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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 11.26% | Avg. Invested days 66 | 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 11/07/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.55 | 52 Weeks Range 17.49 - 18.87 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 17.49 - 18.87 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
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Columbia Short Duration Bond ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
Columbia Short Duration Bond ETF (GSST) aims to provide current income consistent with preservation of capital by investing in a diversified portfolio of short-term investment-grade fixed income securities. The ETF focuses on short-duration bonds, typically with maturities of one to five years, to manage interest rate risk. GSST primarily invests in U.S. dollar-denominated securities.
Reputation and Reliability
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a well-established global asset manager with a long history and a strong reputation for investment expertise.
Management Expertise
The management team has extensive experience in fixed income investing, with a deep understanding of credit analysis and portfolio management.
Investment Objective
Goal
To seek current income consistent with preservation of capital.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF does not track a specific index but employs an active management approach.
Composition Primarily invests in investment-grade U.S. dollar-denominated bonds, including corporate bonds, government securities, and asset-backed securities.
Market Position
Market Share: Data unavailable for GSST market share.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 52410000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- MINT
- NEAR
- BSCI
- GGOV
Competitive Landscape
The short-duration bond ETF market is competitive, with several established players. GSST competes on yield, expense ratio, and risk-adjusted performance. A key advantage of GSST may be its active management approach, which allows it to potentially outperform passive index-tracking funds. However, this also introduces the risk of underperformance relative to the benchmark.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data should be obtained from official fund factsheets.
Benchmark Comparison: Benchmark comparison data should be obtained from official fund factsheets comparing GSST to its benchmark.
Expense Ratio: 0.09
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
GSST's average trading volume indicates adequate liquidity for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically narrow, reflecting relatively good liquidity.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Interest rate movements, credit spreads, and overall economic conditions significantly impact GSST. Changes in Federal Reserve policy also influence short-term bond yields.
Growth Trajectory
GSST's growth trajectory depends on the demand for short-duration fixed income products and its ability to attract assets through competitive performance.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
GSST's competitive edge lies in its active management, aiming to outperform passive short-duration bond ETFs. The fund benefits from the expertise of Columbia Threadneedle's fixed-income team. Their focus on credit analysis and security selection may lead to higher risk-adjusted returns. However, active management is not always an advantage, and depends on execution.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
GSST's volatility is generally low due to its focus on short-duration bonds, which are less sensitive to interest rate changes than longer-duration bonds.
Market Risk
Market risk includes interest rate risk (although mitigated by short duration), credit risk (the risk of default by bond issuers), and liquidity risk (the risk of not being able to sell bonds quickly at a fair price).
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
GSST is suitable for investors seeking current income, capital preservation, and lower volatility compared to longer-duration bond funds.
Market Risk
GSST is best for long-term investors who are risk-averse and looking for a stable income stream. It is a suitable core holding for a diversified fixed-income portfolio.
Summary
Columbia Short Duration Bond ETF (GSST) provides current income with a focus on capital preservation by investing in short-term investment-grade bonds. Its active management strategy attempts to outperform passive alternatives, but carries the risk of underperformance. The ETF's low volatility and short duration make it suitable for risk-averse investors seeking stability. GSST serves as a suitable holding within a diversified fixed-income allocation.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Columbia Threadneedle Investments Factsheet
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data may be limited or unavailable from public sources.
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 Columbia Short Duration Bond ETF
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The fund invests substantially all its assets in securities within the index, which are fixed income/debt instruments, or in securities, such as "to-be-announced" (TBA) securities, that the fund"s investment adviser determines have economic characteristics that are substantially the same as the economic characteristics of the securities within the index. The index is owned and calculated by Bloomberg Index Services Limited, which is not affiliated with the fund or Columbia Management. The fund is non-diversified.
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