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VanEck Long Muni ETF
MLN performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 26, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +4.16% | -2.92% | -1.77% | -1.87% | +14.83% | -7.35% |
| Flows | +$82M | +$87M | +$126M | +$135M | +$337M | +$580M |
Characteristics
The VanEck Long Muni ETF is built to track the ICE Long AMT-Free Broad National Municipal 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 | VanEck |
| N° of holdings | 633 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Fixed Income |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 2, 2008 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 633
Top 15 Holdings
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Maturity
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +7.45% | +4.73% | +5.74% | +6.09% |
Max drawdown | -7.80% | -9.02% | -9.02% | -23.40% |
Max drawdown duration | 74d | 112d | 112d | 1757d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of October 28, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
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 MLN?
MLN is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by VanEck.
What index does MLN track?
MLN tracks the ICE Long AMT-Free Broad National Municipal Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does MLN invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Investment Grade Municipal Bonds. It is part of the segment: Municipal Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of MLN?
The total expense ratio (TER) of MLN is 0.24%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was MLN launched?
MLN was launched on January 2, 2008, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of MLN?
MLN is issued by VanEck.
What is the AUM of MLN?
As of October 26, 2026, MLN manages $742.11 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has MLN performed recently?
As of October 26, 2026, MLN delivered a return of 4.16% over the past month (1M performance), -2.92% over the past three months (3M), and -1.77% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for MLN?
As of October 26, 2026, MLN has seen net flows of +$82M in the past month (1M flow) and +$126M year-to-date (YTD).
Does MLN pay dividends?
As of October 26, 2026, MLN has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.74%.
How many holdings are in MLN
As of August 31, 2026, MLN holds 633 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is MLN?
As of August 31, 2026, MLN holds 633 securities, with 7.99% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of MLN?
As of August 31, 2026, MLN holds a portfolio of 633 underlyings, with its largest positions including Houston Convention and Entertainment Facilities Department, 5.5% 1sep2058, USD (2026C), City of New York, 5% 1sep2048, USD (2025) and Onondaga Civic Development Corp., 5.5% 1dec2056, USD (2025). These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does MLN invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, MLN has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does MLN focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, MLN is primarily exposed to Municipal.
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