The Best CLO ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of CLO ETFs.
- Number of ETFs
- 31
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.34%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 3.74%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 5.27%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 96 / 100
The Best CLO ETFs
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| Symbol | Full Name | Category | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Return | 10Y Return (Annualized) | Dividend Yield | Risk / Return Rank | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Omega Ratio | Martin Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mackenzie AAA CLO ETF | CLO | May 1, 2025 | 0.18% | 1.37% | — | 5.08% | 92 | ||||||||
| BMO AAA CLO ETF | CLO | May 2, 2025 | 0.23% | 5.25% | — | 5.10% | 70 |
Best CLO ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top CLO ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are PAAA (99) and CLOA (99).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGIM AAA CLO ETF | 99 | 10.62B | Jul 2023 | |
| iShares AAA CLO Active ETF | 99 | 2.18B | Jan 2023 | |
| TCW AAA CLO ETF | 99 | 515.18M | Nov 2024 | |
| Virtus SEIX AAA Private Credit CLO ETF | 99 | — | Dec 2024 | |
| Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF | 99 | 29.10B | Oct 2020 |
Best-Performing CLO ETFs Over 5 Years
The top CLO ETFs is JAAA (4.85%).
Across the lineup, CLO ETFs show an average 1-year return of 5.27% and an average 5-year return of 4.77%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF | 4.85% | 29.10B | Oct 2020 | |
| Alternative Access First Priority CLO Bond ETF | 4.69% | 44.99M | Sep 2020 |
Lowest-Cost CLO ETFs
The top CLO ETFs is AAAD (0.19%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.34%, CLO ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGIM AAA CLO Aggregate Duration ETF | 0.19% | 26.23M | Jun 2026 | |
| PGIM AAA CLO ETF | 0.19% | 10.62B | Jul 2023 | |
| Columbia AAA CLO ETF | 0.20% | 103.68M | Dec 2025 | |
| iShares AAA CLO Active ETF | 0.20% | 2.18B | Jan 2023 | |
| Fidelity AAA CLO ETF | 0.20% | 60.08M | Feb 2026 |
Highest-Yield CLO ETFs
The top CLO ETFs is CLOZ (7.31%).
Across the lineup, CLO ETFs show an average dividend yield of 3.74%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panagram BBB-B CLO ETF | 7.31% | 825.65M | Jan 2023 | |
| iShares BBB-B CLO Active ETF | 6.56% | 84.03M | Jan 2025 | |
| BondBloxx Private Credit CLO ETF | 6.46% | — | Dec 2024 | |
| Janus Henderson B-BBB CLO ETF | 6.46% | 1.40B | Jan 2022 | |
| VanEck AA-BB CLO ETF | 6.33% | 176.04M | Sep 2024 |
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