WABF Western Asset Bond ETF
- Core exposure. Invests in a portfolio comprised primarily of US dollar-denominated debt instruments and fixed income securities of various maturities, with limited opportunistic exposure to high-yield, emerging market debt and structured securities.
- Actively managed. Portfolio managers will actively adjust interest rate positioning and sector allocations in response to evolving market conditions.
- Industry expertise. Leverages Western Asset’s global investment capabilities and strong risk management program, employing an active process that is both top-down and bottom-up to help identify attractive opportunities while actively managing risk.
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Overview
Fund Facts
Fund description
The Fund seeks to maximize total return investing primarily in a portfolio comprised of U.S. debt instruments and fixed income securities of various maturities. Portfolio managers typically seek to maintain an average effective duration within 20% of the average duration of the domestic bond market.
- Benchmark
- Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Index
- Fund Inception Date
- 09/19/2023
- Listing Exchange
- NASDAQ - XNAS
- Dividend Frequency, if any
- Monthly
- Distribution Rate at NAV
3 As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Daily) - 5.67%
Identifiers
- Ticker
- WABF
- CUSIP Code
- 35473P397
- ISIN Code
- US35473P3973
- Bloomberg Code
- WABF US
Average Annual Total Returns As of 09/30/2025
- 3.13%1 Year
- —3 Years
- —5 Years
- —10 Years
- 6.94%Since Inception
09/19/2023
Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when sold or redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the figures shown.
Top Sectors
As of 09/30/2025 % of Total (Updated Monthly)
Additional Fund Info
- Fiscal Year End
- March 31
- ETF Type
- Active
- Morningstar Category
- Intermediate Core-Plus Bond
Trading Characteristics
- Shares Outstanding
- 650,000
- Daily Volume
- 47
- 20-Day Average Volume
- 683.30
Manager and Commentary
About the Team
Western Asset
Western Asset Management is one of the world's leading global fixed income managers. Founded in 1971, the firm is known for team management and proprietary research, supported by robust risk management and a long-term fundamental value approach.

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Performance
Average Annual Total Returns
As of 09/30/2025
Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the figures shown. Principal value and investment returns will fluctuate, and investors' shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Returns are based on Market Price or NAV, assume the reinvestment of all distributions and the deduction of all Fund expenses. Performance would have been lower if expenses had not been waived in various periods. Returns for periods of less than one year are not annualized.
Portfolio
Assets
As of11/02/2025 (Updated Daily)
- Total Net Assets
- $16.62 Million
Positions
As of 09/30/2025 (Updated Monthly)
- Fund
- 412
- Benchmark
- 13,899
Portfolio Statistics
As of 09/30/2025 (Updated Monthly)
- Fund
- 9.81 Years
- Benchmark
- 8.22 Years
- Fund
- 6.12 Years
- Benchmark
- —
- Fund
- 4.44%
- Benchmark
- —
Sector Allocation
As of 09/30/2025 % of Total (Updated Monthly)
| Sector | % of Total |
|---|---|
Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities | 35.39% |
Investment-Grade Credit | 27.71% |
Treasury | 12.37% |
Commercial Mortgage Backed Securities | 6.53% |
Asset-Backed Securities | 6.36% |
Collateralized Loan Obligation | 5.90% |
Emerging Markets Corporate | 4.22% |
High-Yield Credit | 3.71% |
Non-Agency Mortgage Backed Securities | 3.48% |
Emerging Markets Government | 2.30% |
Bank Loans | 0.34% |
Cash & Cash Equivalents | -8.32% |
Holdings
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Daily)
Portfolio holdings are based on the total portfolio and are subject to change at any time. Holdings are provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a recommendation to purchase or sell any security.
Distributions & Tax
- Distribution Frequency
- MonthlyThis fund is an ex-Dividend fund
- Capital Gain Distributions
- December
Rates and Yields Read important information about results and other investment disclosures
Distribution Rate
Distributions are not guaranteed and are subject to change.
Final composition of the current year’s distribution—income, capital gains and/or return of capital—are based on US tax rules and will be determined by February of the following year. For tax characterization of a distribution, such as return of capital and tax-exempt income, click on the “Tax Information” tab above.
Distributions Per Share Distribution amounts may be estimates
Annually, a fund must distribute all realized capital gains net of realized losses, so the fund will not be subject to an entity level income tax. A fund’s capital gain distribution in a particular year may be a result of the disposition of holdings that appreciated in value during prior years. Thus, while the fund may gain or lose value over the course of a year, a capital gain distribution paid by the fund may not be indicative of current performance of the fund.
The distributable amount of net capital gains are paid on a per-share basis to all investors who hold shares of the fund on the record date of the distribution and are recognized by the shareholder for tax purposes as of the ex-date of the distribution, regardless of when the gains or losses arose in the fund. Net gains on holdings held long term by the fund would be distributed to shareholders as a long-term capital gain distribution no matter how long the shareholder has owned shares in the fund.
Refer to the fund’s annual report or statement of additional information for specific information regarding distributions.
Pricing
Pricing History
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Daily)
Daily Fund Prices
As of 10/31/2025
Share Prices
As of 10/31/2025
52-Week Range
- Highest NAV
As of 12/06/2024 - $25.83
- Lowest NAV
As of 01/13/2025 - $24.56
- Highest Market Price
As of 12/06/2024 - $25.85
- Lowest Market Price
As of 04/11/2025 - $24.49
Documents
| Name | Download | Add to Cart | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Factsheet - Western Asset Bond ETF |
| Name | Download | Add to Cart | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Report - Western Asset Bond ETF - Single Class | |||
| Annual Financial Statements and Other Information - Western Asset Bond ETF | |||
| Semi-Annual Report - Western Asset Bond ETF - Single Class | |||
| Semi-Annual Financial Statements and Other Information - Western Asset Bond ETF | |||
| Prospectus - Western Asset Bond ETF Fund | |||
| Summary Prospectus - Western Asset Bond ETF Fund | |||
| Statement of Additional Information - Western Asset Bond ETF Fund | |||
| Fiscal Q1 Holdings - Franklin Templeton ETF Trust Smart Beta Funds | |||
| Fiscal Q3 Holdings - Franklin Templeton ETF Trust Smart Beta Funds |
Risks
All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. Fixed income securities involve interest rate, credit, inflation and reinvestment risks, and possible loss of principal. As interest rates rise, the value of fixed income securities falls. Derivative instruments can be illiquid, may disproportionately increase losses, and have a potentially large impact on performance. Asset-backed, mortgage-backed or mortgage-related securities are subject to prepayment and extension risks. Low-rated, high-yield bonds are subject to greater price volatility, illiquidity and possibility of default. Active management does not ensure gains or protect against market declines. International investments are subject to special risks, including currency fluctuations and social, economic and political uncertainties, which could increase volatility. These risks are magnified in emerging markets. Active and frequent trading may increase a shareholder's tax liability and transaction costs. These and other risks are discussed in the fund’s prospectus. When the fund’s size is small, the fund may experience low trading volume and wide bid/ask spreads.
Important Information
Most funds offer multiple share classes. Share classes are subject to different fees and expenses, which will affect their performance.
Certain share classes are only offered to eligible investors as stated in the prospectus. Different minimums may apply to clients of certain service agents. All classes of shares are not available through all distribution channels. See the Fund's prospectus for additional information.
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Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results.
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Indexes are unmanaged and one cannot invest directly in an index. They do not reflect any fees, expenses or sales charges.
The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Index is comprised of investment-grade, U.S. dollar-denominated government, corporate, and mortgage- and asset-backed issues having at least one year to maturity.
Source: Bloomberg Indices.
Investors should carefully consider a fund's investment goals, risks, sales charges and expenses before investing. The prospectus contains this and other information. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing or sending money.