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The Best Actively Managed ETFs

The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Actively Managed ETFs.

Active ETFs are managed by a portfolio manager or team of managers who actively select and adjust the holdings in the fund rather than tracking a particular index. This means that the fund's holdings are based on the manager's investment strategy and research rather than simply following the performance of a specific index.

Active ETFs may be used to achieve a specific investment objective, such as growth, income, or capital preservation. Active ETF managers use their expertise and judgment to identify and invest in securities they believe will perform well. They may also use investment strategies such as short selling, derivatives, or leverage to achieve their investment objectives.

Number of ETFs
32
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.53%
Avg. Dividend Yield
1.94%
Avg. 1 Year Return
72.69%
Median Risk/Return Score
62 / 100
The Best Actively Managed ETFs

32 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
VictoryShares Pioneer Asset-Based Income ETFMultisector Bonds, Actively ManagedJun 25, 20250.65%
2.61%
5.18%
Anfield Enhanced Market ETFDerivative Income, Actively ManagedJun 30, 20251.21%
15.43%
6.53%
ARS Focused Opportunities Strategy ETFLarge Cap Blend Equities, Actively ManagedJun 25, 20250.45%
32.04%
0.22%
ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETFRobotics, Technology Equities, Actively ManagedSep 30, 20140.75%
21.08%
22.53%
0.22%
62
Brown Advisory Sustainable Growth ETFLarge Cap Growth Equities, ESG, Sustainable, Actively ManagedJun 13, 20250.61%
4.35%
0.00%
Brown Advisory Sustainable Value ETFLarge Cap Value Equities, ESG, Sustainable, Actively ManagedJun 13, 20250.71%
7.19%
0.39%
Bluemonte Core Bond ETFIntermediate Core Bond, Actively ManagedJun 20, 20250.23%
0.09%
3.53%
Bluemonte Global Equity ETFGlobal Equities, Actively ManagedJun 20, 20250.23%
15.74%
0.99%
Bluemonte Large Cap Growth ETFLarge Cap Growth Equities, Actively ManagedJun 20, 20250.24%
10.51%
0.23%
Bluemonte Short Term Bond ETFShort-Term Bond, Actively ManagedJun 20, 20250.23%
0.25%
3.38%
Bluemonte Long Term Bond ETFLong-Term Bond, Actively ManagedJun 20, 20250.23%
0.26%
3.93%
Bluemonte Large Cap Core ETFLarge Cap Blend Equities, Actively ManagedJun 20, 20250.23%
10.25%
0.51%
Bluemonte Diversified Income ETFMultisector Bonds, Actively ManagedJun 20, 20250.75%
3.27%
4.72%
Bluemonte Dynamic Total Market ETFLarge Cap Blend Equities, Actively ManagedJun 20, 20250.25%
12.94%
0.84%
Bluemonte Large Cap Value ETFLarge Cap Value Equities, Actively ManagedJun 20, 20250.24%
11.47%
0.97%
Capital Group High Yield Bond ETFHigh Yield Bonds, Actively ManagedJun 24, 20250.39%
1.89%
5.08%
Castellan Targeted Income ETFDerivative Income, Actively ManagedJun 24, 20250.45%
5.33%
3.65%
Horizon Dividend Income ETFLarge Cap Value Equities, Dividend, Actively ManagedJun 25, 20250.70%
11.87%
3.12%
Macquarie Focused International Core ETFForeign Large Cap Equities, Actively ManagedJun 17, 20250.59%
6.98%
0.03%
Goldman Sachs Core Bond ETFIntermediate Core Bond, Actively ManagedJun 24, 20250.25%
0.21%
3.46%

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Best Actively Managed ETFs by Risk/Return Score


SymbolNameRisk / Return RankAUMInception
ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF
62
2.11BSep 2014

Best-Performing Actively Managed ETFs Over 5 Years


SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF
11.40%
2.11BSep 2014

Lowest-Cost Actively Managed ETFs

The top Actively Managed ETFs is BDBT (0.23%). With an average expense ratio of 0.53%, Actively Managed ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

SymbolNameExpense RatioAUMInception
Bluemonte Core Bond ETF0.23%451.08MJun 2025
Bluemonte Large Cap Core ETF0.23%280.68MJun 2025
Bluemonte Global Equity ETF0.23%329.50MJun 2025
Bluemonte Long Term Bond ETF0.23%154.66MJun 2025
Bluemonte Short Term Bond ETF0.23%155.00MJun 2025

Highest-Yield Actively Managed ETFs

The top Actively Managed ETFs is AEMS (6.53%). Across the lineup, Actively Managed ETFs show an average dividend yield of 1.94%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

SymbolNameDividend YieldAUMInception
Anfield Enhanced Market ETF6.53%Jun 2025
VictoryShares Pioneer Asset-Based Income ETF5.18%56.54MJun 2025
Capital Group High Yield Bond ETF5.08%94.20MJun 2025
Obra Defensive High Yield ETF4.78%5.15MJun 2025
Bluemonte Diversified Income ETF4.72%100.93MJun 2025

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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot

The Risk vs. Return Scatterplot allows you to quickly compare funds, stocks, and ETFs in one view. It displays the yearly return of an instrument on one axis and the risk (volatility) on the other.

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