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Avantis Short-Term Fixed Income ETF
AVSF performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.37% | -0.03% | +0.78% | +3.68% | +15.15% | +9.53% |
| Flows | -$12M | -$19M | -$16M | +$22M | +$419M | +$626M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | American Century Investments |
| N° of holdings | 494 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 13, 2020 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of May 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 494
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +2.00% | +1.79% | +2.13% | +2.61% |
Max drawdown | -0.76% | -1.36% | -1.36% | -8.80% |
Max drawdown duration | 67d | 138d | 138d | 1070d |
Time to recover | 38d | N/A | N/A | 630d |
What type of ETF is AVSF?
AVSF is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by American Century Investments.
What does AVSF invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Investment Grade Aggregate Bonds. It is part of the segment: US Aggregate Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of AVSF?
The total expense ratio (TER) of AVSF is 0.15%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was AVSF launched?
AVSF was launched on October 13, 2020, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of AVSF?
AVSF is issued by American Century Investments.
What is the AUM of AVSF?
As of July 17, 2026, AVSF manages $654.80 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has AVSF performed recently?
As of July 17, 2026, AVSF delivered a return of 0.37% over the past month (1M performance), -0.03% over the past three months (3M), and 0.78% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for AVSF?
As of July 17, 2026, AVSF has seen net flows of -$12M in the past month (1M flow) and -$16M year-to-date (YTD).
Does AVSF pay dividends?
As of July 17, 2026, AVSF has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 4.37%.
How many holdings are in AVSF
As of May 31, 2026, AVSF holds 494 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is AVSF?
As of May 31, 2026, AVSF holds 494 securities, with 13.84% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of AVSF?
As of May 31, 2026, AVSF holds a portfolio of 494 underlyings, with its largest positions including US91282CPT26, USA, Notes 1.875% 28feb2029, USD (H-2029) and USA, Notes 2.375% 31mar2029, USD (J-2029). These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does AVSF invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, AVSF has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does AVSF focus on?
As of May 31, 2026, AVSF is primarily exposed to Sovereign, Banks and Real estate investment and services.
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