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BNY Mellon Core Bond ETF
BKAG performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.39% | -1.14% | -0.57% | +3.19% | +11.49% | -1.89% |
| Flows | +$62M | +$123M | +$157M | +$244M | +$1.75B | +$2.13B |
Characteristics
The BNY Mellon Core Bond ETF is built to track the Bloomberg US Aggregate Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | BNY Mellon |
| N° of holdings | 4453 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Fixed Income |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 22, 2020 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 4,453
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +3.82% | +3.65% | +5.19% | +5.97% |
Max drawdown | -1.70% | -2.76% | -5.70% | -18.05% |
Max drawdown duration | 25d | 145d | 127d | 1774d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 43d | N/A |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is BKAG?
BKAG is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by BNY Mellon.
What index does BKAG track?
BKAG tracks the Bloomberg US Aggregate Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does BKAG invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Developed markets Investment Grade Aggregate Bonds. It is part of the segment: Intl IG Bonds.
When was BKAG launched?
BKAG was launched on April 22, 2020, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BKAG?
BKAG is issued by BNY Mellon.
What is the AUM of BKAG?
As of July 24, 2026, BKAG manages $2.16 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BKAG performed recently?
As of July 24, 2026, BKAG delivered a return of -1.39% over the past month (1M performance), -1.14% over the past three months (3M), and -0.57% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for BKAG?
As of July 24, 2026, BKAG has seen net flows of +$62M in the past month (1M flow) and +$157M year-to-date (YTD).
Does BKAG pay dividends?
As of July 24, 2026, BKAG has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 4.32%.
How many holdings are in BKAG
As of June 30, 2026, BKAG holds 4453 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is BKAG?
As of June 30, 2026, BKAG holds 4453 securities, with 6.21% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of BKAG?
As of June 30, 2026, BKAG holds a portfolio of 4453 underlyings, with its largest positions including US91282CPZ85, USA, Notes 4.25% 15nov2034, USD (F-2034) and USA, Notes 4.625% 15feb2035, USD (B-2035). These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does BKAG invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, BKAG has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does BKAG focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, BKAG is primarily exposed to Sovereign.
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