Invesco Senior Loan ETF

BKLN tracks a market-value-weighted index of senior loans issued by banks to corporations.

Senior loans have the highest yields in the fixed income space right now. Yields will decline as the Fed cuts rates, but seem likely to remain competitive for several years regardless. BKLN is the largest senior loan ETF in the market, and its 8.7% yield would likely remain competitive even if the Fed cuts rates.

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Invesco Senior Loan ETF is a high-yield fund that aims to generate income while maintaining share price stability. Senior loans have priority in repayment and are backed by tangible assets, making them less risky. Their floating rate also gives some price stability. BKLN has a high expense ratio and its distribution history has been inconsistent, but it currently offers a good dividend distribution yield of 8%.

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Amid the prospect of higher interest rates for a longer-than-expected period, investors are flocking to bank loan ETFs.

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Investors are flocking to Invesco's bank loan ETF, a fund known for providing attractive income. In the current environment, investors who want to generate as much yield as possible might look to bank loans instead of high yield bonds.

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The Fed's indication of a potential credit event may lead to widening credit spreads, making the Invesco Senior Loan ETF attractive for investors. The ETF offers a compelling yield of 8.38% and protection during market downturns due to its investment in senior secured loans. However, the fund carries credit and interest rate risks, and its heavy concentration in the U.S. market makes it risky at the moment.

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Federal Reserve hikes have led to strong dividend growth in most variable rate securities and funds. Two of these are senior loans and CLO debt tranches. A look at the similarities, and differences, between these two asset classes follows.

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Fixed-income investors looking for interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve are still waiting, but that hasn't stopped low-rated bonds from posting strong gains in 2023. Bond investors hoping for encouraging signals from the Federal Reserve that its policy of raising interest rates was ending received mixed news yesterday.

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For investors seeking momentum, Invesco Senior Loan ETF BKLN is probably on the radar. The fund hit a 52-week high and is up about 6% from its 52-week low price of $20.06/share.

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Investing in a bank loan ETF can offer a compelling yield while helping maintain defensive portfolio positioning. In the current environment, investors who want to generate as much yield as possible might look to bank loans instead of high yield bonds.

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The capital markets continue to anticipate declining rates from the U.S. Federal Reserve as economic data is starting to show signs of slowing inflation. Still, the consumer is feeling the pangs of a high-rate environment, especially when it comes to borrowing money.

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Higher interest rates have led to higher yields on most bonds and bond funds. Senior loans and high-yield corporate bonds both offer investors particularly strong, growing dividends. A comparison of these two securities follows.

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Investors looking for generous income while maintaining a more defensive portfolio should not overlook bank loans. In the current environment, investors who want to squeeze as much yield as possible might look to bank loans instead of high yield bonds.

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The leveraged loan market has seen a deterioration in credit quality, with an increase in the number of issuers rated B and CCC since the COVID-19 pandemic. Rising short-term interest rates may lead to higher default rates for leveraged loans, potentially surpassing junk bond defaults during the current credit cycle. The Invesco Senior Loan ETF has experienced a subtle shift in credit quality, which could impact its performance as interest rates continue to rise.

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