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Western Asset Bond ETF
WABF performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.98% | -3.58% | -5.48% | -6.55% | +9.87% | |
| Flows | -$4M | -$4M | -$4M | -$4M | -$30M | - |
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 | Franklin Templeton |
| N° of holdings | 430 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 19, 2023 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 430
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +4.67% | +4.47% | +5.66% | |
Max drawdown | -4.92% | -8.57% | -8.57% | |
Max drawdown duration | 89d | 229d | 229d | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is WABF?
WABF is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by Franklin Templeton.
What does WABF invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Investment Grade Aggregate Bonds. It is part of the segment: US Aggregate Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of WABF?
The total expense ratio (TER) of WABF is 0.35%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was WABF launched?
WABF was launched on September 19, 2023, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of WABF?
WABF is issued by Franklin Templeton.
What is the AUM of WABF?
As of October 16, 2026, WABF manages $11.92 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has WABF performed recently?
As of October 16, 2026, WABF delivered a return of -0.98% over the past month (1M performance), -3.58% over the past three months (3M), and -5.48% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for WABF?
As of October 16, 2026, WABF has seen net flows of -$4M in the past month (1M flow) and -$4M year-to-date (YTD).
Does WABF pay dividends?
As of October 16, 2026, WABF has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.88%.
How many holdings are in WABF
As of August 31, 2026, WABF holds 430 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is WABF?
As of August 31, 2026, WABF holds 430 securities, with 28.25% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of WABF?
As of August 31, 2026, WABF holds a portfolio of 430 underlyings, with its largest positions including USA, Notes 4.625% 30sep2030, USD (Q-2030), US3140QNCM26 and US3132D9FS84. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does WABF invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, WABF has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does WABF focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, WABF is primarily exposed to Sovereign and Finance.
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