Virtus InfraCap US Preferred Stock ETFPFFA
PFFA
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Funds holding %
of 6,809 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
267% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 33 | Existing positions closed: 9
126% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 61 | Existing positions reduced: 27
30% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $165M [Q2] → $215M (+$50M) [Q3]
21% more funds holding
Funds holding: 114 [Q2] → 138 (+24) [Q3]
0.29% less ownership
Funds ownership: 16.63% [Q2] → 16.35% (-0.29%) [Q3]
100% less funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 1 [Q2] → 0 (-1) [Q3]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for PFFA.
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 5 articles about PFFA published over the past 30 days
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
6 days ago
$75,000 Is All You Need To Be Happy
More money doesn't equal more happiness. There is a ceiling to its effect. Research shows that money can make life easier, but other factors bear more weight on happiness. Leverage your portfolio as a tool, not as the boss of your retirement.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
2 Solid Yields From Preferred Stocks For Uncertain Times
Do you invest for a purpose or simply react to market trends? I invest to ensure reliable cash flow across market cycles. Invest strategically to ensure every season of life feels secure and abundant.
Positive
ETF Trends
2 weeks ago
Virtus Unveils New Active Private Credit CLO ETF
On Tuesday, Virtus Investment Partners launched its latest active ETF, the Virtus Seix AAA Private Credit CLO ETF (PCLO). The actively managed fund has a low net expense ratio of 0.29%.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
PFFA: Top ETF For Preferred Stock Dividend Income
PFFA has delivered exceptional total returns, outperforming other preferred stock and fixed income ETFs, driven by active management and leverage. The Federal Reserve's accommodative monetary policy is expected to benefit PFFA, supporting continued capital appreciation and stable dividend payments. Despite higher expense ratios, PFFA's net returns remain strong, with the cost of leverage likely to decrease as interest rates fall.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
3 weeks ago
Select High Yield Preferreds Remain Opportunistically Priced
Recent macroeconomic changes, including the yield curve uninverting and Fed rate cuts, have significantly impacted REIT preferreds, leading to price increases and varied forward return potentials. Despite overall price rises, select REIT preferreds remain deeply discounted, offering high yields and substantial capital appreciation potential. Mispricing due to accrued dividends and variable rate conversions presents lucrative opportunities in preferreds.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
PFFA: One Of Our Favorite 'High Yield' Funds On The Market
PFFA offers exposure to high-yield preferred stocks, which sit somewhere between traditional stocks and bonds. The fund's robust asset selection process, use of leverage, and options overlay contribute to its strong performance and stable income generation. Despite high fees, PFFA's active management and consistent outperformance justify the cost, making it a solid choice for income-oriented investors.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Earn 9% Monthly Income From Preferred Stocks: PFFA
Fixed-income investing is a weak spot for many investors, as it seems more opaque and daunting. We propose an option that vastly simplifies it, while not sacrificing the outstanding income generation we need. Collect income, not headaches.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Halt All The Politics, Focus On The Income
The market historically climbs in election years. So, what does that mean for your portfolio? We examine how politics and the market relate. I recommend focusing on interest rates and economic cycles over politics.
Positive
ETF Trends
2 months ago
New Virtus ETF Has Active Midcap Strategy
On Wednesday, Virtus Investment Partners released its newest fund, the Virtus KAR Mid-Cap ETF (KMID). KMID is an actively managed fund that seeks to generate long-term capital appreciation.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 months ago
How To Invest $153,000 For Durable $1,000 Monthly Income
Accessing current income streams on a monthly basis brings several advantages, both at emotional and compound interest level. For prudent investors to capture durable income streams, there has to be a balance between high yield and defense. In this article, I present a sample portfolio that would require $153,000 of initial capital to access $1,000 in monthly income without assuming excessive financial risks.
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