

Cohen & Steers Preferred & Income Opptys Actv ETF targets institutional-grade preferreds, emphasizing total return with active management. CSPF holds a 43% overweight in banking preferreds and a significant 34% allocation to CoCo bonds, introducing sector-specific risk. The ETF's 0.59% expense ratio is justified by strong first-year performance and narrow drawdowns during market stress.

The Income Quintet - BDCs, Midstream Energy, REITs, Preferred Stocks, and Covered Call ETFs - offers a balanced approach to maximizing yield and income safety. I prioritize quality over raw yield, focusing on internally managed BDCs, disciplined midstream operators, select REITs, and actively managed preferred ETFs for sustainable income. BDCs with internal management, like MAIN, command significant NAV premiums, reflecting superior alignment and lower capital costs compared to externally managed peers.

Exchange Traded Concepts LLC bought a new position in Cohen and Steers Preferred and Income Opportunities Active ETF (NYSEARCA:CSPF) in the third quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm bought 331,206 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $8,608,000. Exchange Traded Concepts LLC owned approximately 13.52%

It's been full steam ahead for active ETFs, with total assets now rapidly approaching the $1 trillion milestone. The ETF market, once dominated by passive indexed strategies, has undergone a seismic shift, as issuers tap into investor demand for flexible and transparent tailor-made strategies.
SEC filings for CSPF aren't indexed yet — common for recently launched funds. Browse the issuer's filings on SEC EDGAR directly.