Putnam BDC Income ETF

Putnam BDC Income ETF

Putnam BDC Income ETF (PBDC) is an exchange‑traded fund that aims to provide income by gaining exposure to business development companies (BDCs) and related income-producing credit instruments. BDCs typically lend to or take equity stakes in smaller, often privately held companies, offering higher yields but also greater credit and liquidity risk compared with large-cap equities. PBDC can appeal to investors seeking a diversified, single-ticker way to access private-credit and BDC income themes, while accepting potential volatility, interest-rate sensitivity and higher sector concentration. As with all ETFs, shares trade intraday at market prices; yield and capital values can fluctuate and are not guaranteed. This summary is for educational purposes only and not personal financial advice β€” investors should consider their objectives, risk tolerance and seek professional guidance where appropriate.

Stock Performance Snapshot

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Dividend

Putnam BDC Income ETF's high dividend yield of 10.03% makes it very attractive for income-seeking investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $100.30 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

Baskets Featuring PBDC

Banks in Private Credit

Banks in Private Credit

This carefully selected group of stocks captures the trillion-dollar shift as traditional banks enter the private lending arena. Our professional analysts have identified key Business Development Companies (BDCs) and specialized funds that stand to benefit from this growing financial trend.

Published: July 15, 2025

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

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Income-focused exposure

Offers a single‑ticker route to yield from BDCs and credit instruments, though distributions can vary and are not guaranteed.

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Access to private credit

Gives indirect exposure to middle‑market lending and private-company finance, a niche that can diversify portfolios but carries credit and liquidity risk.

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Risk and volatility

Higher income potential comes with sensitivity to interest rates and credit cycles; investors should weigh volatility before investing.

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