
Cancel anytime
- Chart
- Upturn Summary
- Highlights
Upturn AI SWOT
- About
Invesco Taxable Municipal Bond ETF (BAB)



- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- Pass (Skip investing)


(see disclosures)
- ALL
- YEAR
- MONTH
- WEEK
Upturn Advisory Summary
03/27/2025: BAB (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -3.68% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating ![]() ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance ![]() | ETF Returns Performance ![]() |
![]() ![]() | ![]() ![]() |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) 141891 | Beta 1.11 | 52 Weeks Range 24.70 - 27.47 | Updated Date 03/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 24.70 - 27.47 | Updated Date 03/28/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Invesco Taxable Municipal Bond ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The Invesco Taxable Municipal Bond ETF (BAB) seeks to track the investment results of the ICE BofA US Taxable Municipal Securities Plus Index. It primarily invests in U.S. dollar-denominated taxable municipal debt, aiming to provide investment returns reflective of the taxable municipal bond market.
Reputation and Reliability
Invesco is a well-established global investment management firm with a long history and strong reputation.
Management Expertise
Invesco has a large and experienced team of investment professionals dedicated to fixed income management.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of the ICE BofA US Taxable Municipal Securities Plus Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a passive management strategy, seeking to replicate the performance of the ICE BofA US Taxable Municipal Securities Plus Index.
Composition The ETF holds a portfolio of taxable municipal bonds, diversified across various issuers and maturities.
Market Position
Market Share: BAB has a moderate market share within the taxable municipal bond ETF segment.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 1429000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- iShares Taxable Municipal Bond ETF (BABK)
- VanEck Vectors Taxable Municipal Bond ETF (VTAX)
- Nuveen Taxable Municipal Bond ETF (NBB)
Competitive Landscape
The taxable municipal bond ETF market is moderately competitive. BAB has a first-mover advantage and larger AUM. Competitors offer similar exposure but with potentially different expense ratios or tracking methodologies.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data needs to be retrieved from financial data providers to quantify returns over various time periods.
Benchmark Comparison: Performance is compared to the ICE BofA US Taxable Municipal Securities Plus Index, with tracking error expected to be minimal.
Expense Ratio: 0.28
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
BAB exhibits moderate liquidity, typically trading several hundred thousand shares daily.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, reflecting the ETF's liquidity and market depth.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic conditions, interest rate movements, and tax law changes significantly influence the taxable municipal bond market.
Growth Trajectory
Growth is influenced by demand for taxable municipal debt and overall fixed-income market conditions. Any strategy and holdings changes are influenced by the index methodology and any possible deviations.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
BAB benefits from Invesco's established presence and AUM. Its first-mover advantage contributed to higher AUM, resulting in tighter spreads and increased liquidity. The ETF's tracking methodology helps it to closely align with its benchmark index, while the ETF's lower expense ratio can also be a competitive advantage.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility is influenced by interest rate sensitivity and credit risk within the taxable municipal bond market.
Market Risk
Risks include interest rate risk, credit risk, and market liquidity risk associated with taxable municipal bonds.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ETF is suitable for investors seeking income and diversification through taxable municipal bonds.
Market Risk
BAB is suitable for long-term investors and passive index followers seeking exposure to the taxable municipal bond market.
Summary
Invesco Taxable Municipal Bond ETF (BAB) seeks to replicate the ICE BofA US Taxable Municipal Securities Plus Index, providing investors with exposure to the taxable municipal bond market. Backed by Invesco's management expertise, it offers a passive investment strategy with moderate market share. Its performance is closely tied to its benchmark index, and it carries risks associated with interest rate, credit and market volatility. The ETF is best suited for long-term investors seeking a cost-effective and diversified entry into the taxable municipal bond sector.
Similar Companies
- BABK
- VTAX
- NBB
- HYMB
- IBND
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Invesco
- Bloomberg
- ETF.com
Disclaimers:
Data and analysis provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Market data is subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Invesco Taxable Municipal Bond ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
Full time employees - | Website |
The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise the index. The underlying index is designed to measure the performance of U.S. dollar-denominated taxable municipal debt publicly issued by U.S. states and territories, and their political subdivisions, in the U.S. domestic market.
Note: This website is maintained by Upturn Corporation, which is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Investing in securities has risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. No assurance is provided as to any particular investment return, and you may lose money using our services. You are strongly advised to consult appropriate counsel before making any investments in companies you learn about through our services. You should obtain appropriate legal, tax, investment, accounting, and other advice that takes into account your investment portfolio and overall financial situation. You are solely responsible for conducting due diligence on a potential investment. We do not affect trades for you. You will select your own broker through which to transact. Investments are not FDIC insured, they are not guaranteed, and they may lose value. Please see the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Disclosure for more information.