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PIMCO Preferred and Capital Securities Active ETF
PRFD performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 22, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +1.96% | +0.68% | +1.15% | +10.75% | +29.98% | |
| Flows | +$5M | -$2M | +$10M | +$18M | +$155M | - |
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 | PIMCO |
| N° of holdings | 186 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 19, 2023 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 186
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +3.71% | +2.65% | +3.59% | |
Max drawdown | -3.20% | -3.20% | -5.91% | |
Max drawdown duration | 55d | 55d | 121d | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 41d | N/A |
What type of ETF is PRFD?
PRFD is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by PIMCO.
What does PRFD invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Financials Mixed Ratings Corporate Bonds. It is part of the segment: Intl Aggregate Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of PRFD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of PRFD is 0.88%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was PRFD launched?
PRFD was launched on January 19, 2023, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of PRFD?
PRFD is issued by PIMCO.
What is the AUM of PRFD?
As of April 22, 2026, PRFD manages $211.83 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has PRFD performed recently?
As of April 22, 2026, PRFD delivered a return of 1.96% over the past month (1M performance), 0.68% over the past three months (3M), and 1.15% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for PRFD?
As of April 22, 2026, PRFD has seen net flows of +$5M in the past month (1M flow) and +$10M year-to-date (YTD).
Does PRFD pay dividends?
As of April 22, 2026, PRFD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 5.68%.
How many holdings are in PRFD
As of March 31, 2026, PRFD holds 186 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is PRFD?
As of March 31, 2026, PRFD holds 186 securities, with 18.6% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of PRFD?
As of March 31, 2026, PRFD holds a portfolio of 186 underlyings, with its largest positions including US48128AAJ25, Royal Bank of Canada, 7.5% 2may2084, USD (4) and Bank of America Corporation, 5.875% perp., USD (FF). These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does PRFD invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, PRFD has its largest geographic exposures in USA, Canada and United Kingdom.
What sectors or themes does PRFD focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, PRFD is primarily exposed to Banks, Power and Insurance and reinsurance.
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