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ALPS Smith Core Plus Bond ETF
SMTH performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of August 31, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.37% | -0.62% | -0.13% | +2.11% | ||
| Flows | +$53M | +$320M | +$747M | +$1.07B | - | - |
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 | ALPS |
| N° of holdings | 952 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | December 5, 2023 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 952
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +3.66% | +3.55% | ||
Max drawdown | -1.69% | -2.62% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 63d | 183d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is SMTH?
SMTH is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by ALPS.
What does SMTH 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 SMTH?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SMTH is 0.59%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SMTH launched?
SMTH was launched on December 5, 2023, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SMTH?
SMTH is issued by ALPS.
What is the AUM of SMTH?
As of August 31, 2026, SMTH manages $3.02 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SMTH performed recently?
As of August 31, 2026, SMTH delivered a return of 0.37% over the past month (1M performance), -0.62% over the past three months (3M), and -0.13% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SMTH?
As of August 31, 2026, SMTH has seen net flows of +$53M in the past month (1M flow) and +$747M year-to-date (YTD).
Does SMTH pay dividends?
As of August 31, 2026, SMTH has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 4.43%.
How many holdings are in SMTH
As of July 31, 2026, SMTH holds 952 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SMTH?
As of July 31, 2026, SMTH holds 952 securities, with 42.54% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SMTH?
As of July 31, 2026, SMTH holds a portfolio of 952 underlyings, with its largest positions including USA, Notes 4.375% 15may2036, USD (C-2036), USA, Notes 3.375% 29feb2028, USD (AY-2028) and USA, Notes 4.125% 31oct2029, USD (AF-2029). These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SMTH invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, SMTH has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does SMTH focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, SMTH is primarily exposed to Sovereign, Finance and Industrials.
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