Fixed Income Portfolio Update: 5.36% Average Yield With 2 New Funds

I reviewed and updated my fixed income portfolio, adding USFR (treasury ETF) and BCLO (BBB CLO ETF) for enhanced stability and yield. The portfolio targets high yield with minimal drawdown, now averaging a 5.36% TTM yield and a manageable 1.23% max drawdown. USFR offers price stability linked to the Fed Funds rate, while BCLO delivers the highest yield and total return with surprisingly low volatility.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 4, 2026

Four Income ETFs For Rising Rates

Federal Reserve hikes are increasingly likely, with inflation increasing and unemployment stable. Lots of investments and ETFs should outperform during a period of rising rates. I'll be giving a quick rundown of four such ETFs in this article. Funds vary in risk, from cash ETFs to riskier choices, with the possibility of outstanding gains.

Seeking Alpha • May 30, 2026

Investors are rushing to buy TIPS ETFs to beat inflation. They could end up losing.

Inflation-protected funds don't always protect against inflation. As consumer-price inflation hits a three-year high due to the Iran war, the premise in their names is being tested.

Market Watch • May 27, 2026

Cash Is King, A Quick Look At 3 Cash ETFs For 2026

Inflation is increasing once more. Rates could follow. Cash would perform quite well during a rising rates scenario, seeing higher yields, and minimal price movements or losses. I'll be giving a quick rundown on three strong cash ETFs in this article.

Seeking Alpha • May 24, 2026

Amid TIPS Disappointment, This ETF May Be Bond Investors' Best Friend

This year, advisors are contending with a fixed income conundrum. The war in Iran sent energy prices surging, reigniting inflationary pressures in the process.

ETF Trends • May 1, 2026

Fed Disappointment May Make This Bond ETF Appealing

This year has brought two Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings, but no interest rate reductions by the Federal Reserve. Following the most recent meeting, it appears the best-case scenario for 2026 rate reductions is just one.

ETF Trends • Mar 23, 2026

3 Ultra-Safe Fixed Income ETFs That Can Double the Average CD Rate

Moving from CDs into highly liquid Treasury bills can double your income with almost no additional risk. With a fixed income ETF, your money is available whenever you need it.

The Motley Fool • Feb 25, 2026

USFR: Cash ETF, Floating Rate Treasury Portfolio, Good Income, Strong Track-Record

The WisdomTree Floating Rate Treasury Fund ETF focuses on floating rate treasury notes. These securities have effectively identical credit and rate risk to t-bills, but trade at a small spread to these, and with a 3.7% forward yield. Returns are higher too, volatility is the same.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 28, 2026

USFR: Cash Still Makes Sense

The WisdomTree Floating Rate Treasury Fund ETF is rated a buy for its low volatility and better risk profile than long-duration vehicles. USFR's floating-rate and near-zero duration structure offers strong risk-adjusted returns amid ongoing Fed rate cuts and persistent inflation concerns. Long-duration Treasuries remain unattractive due to elevated term premiums, fiscal deficits, and market skepticism about a dovish Fed.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 12, 2026

Stashing Cash - USFR's Floating-Rate Structure Offers A Competitive Yield

WisdomTree Floating Rate Treasury Fund earns a buy rating for its yield premium and low-risk profile vs. traditional Treasury bill funds. USFR offers a 10-15 basis point spread over 3-month T-bills, with a 4.33% trailing 12-month yield and a low 0.15% expense ratio. With low default and duration risk, the fund is ideal for tax-sheltered accounts, especially as Fed rate cuts will likely reduce cash yields below 3%.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 27, 2025