DEFR
APTUS DEFERRED INCOME ETF
A Modern Approach to Tax-Efficient Fixed Income
DEFR is designed for investors seeking a smarter way to allocate to fixed income, one that maximizes tax efficiency, enhances risk-adjusted return potential, and adapts to evolving market conditions.
Instead of relying solely on traditional bonds, DEFR utilizes a sophisticated, tax-efficient strategy that combines fixed income exposure with options. This approach aims to generate a return stream with a similar risk profile as traditional bonds but with distinct advantages over conventional methods.
Why Consider DEFR?
- Optimized for Risk & Return: Targets higher returns while managing interest rate sensitivity compared to traditional bonds.
- Tax-Efficient Structure: Designed to minimize taxable distributions, improving after-tax returns.
- Alternative Spread Exposure: Dynamically adjusts its risk profile to align with changing market conditions.
- Built for Growth: Seeks to compound returns through a deferred gains structure, supporting long-term wealth accumulation.
DEFR is an actively managed ETF that challenges traditional fixed income strategies, providing a compelling solution for investors navigating today’s uncertain interest rate environment with a more efficient and adaptive approach to income generation.
Fund Details
Current as of 05/13/2025
| Fund Ticker | DEFR |
| Fund Name | Aptus Deferred Income ETF |
| Primary Exchange | Cboe |
| CUSIP | 26922B451 |
| ISIN | US26922B4510 |
| Net Assets | 25.00 |
| Expense Ratio | 0.79% |
| 30 Day Median Bid- Ask % | 0 |
| Inception Date | 5/13/2025 |
| Shares Outstanding | 1.00 |
| Distributor | Quasar Distributors |
| Advisor | Aptus Capital Advisors |
*Premium Discount Disclaimer
The following Frequency Distribution of Premiums and Discounts chart is provided to show the frequency at which the closing price of the Fund was at a premium (above) or discount (below) to their daily net asset value (NAV). The chart represents past performance and cannot be used to predict future results. Shareholders may pay more than NAV when buying Fund shares and receive less than NAV when those shares are sold because shares are bought and sold at current market prices.
Fund Objectives
The Aptus Deferred Income ETF seeks to exceed the performance of the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index.
Fund Prices
Current as of 05/13/2025
| NAV | MARKET PRICE | ||
| Net Asset Value | 25.00 | Closing Price | 25.00 |
| Daily Change $ | 0.00 | Daily Change $ | 0.00 |
| Daily Change % | 0.00 | Daily Change % | 0.00 |
| Premium/Discount % | 0.00 |
Fund Distributions
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This fund is expected to pay at least one more distribution before year end. The figures represent estimates and are subject to change based on portfolio, market, and shareholder activity and tax adjustments. Actual distributions will be based on shares outstanding as of the record date. The net asset value of a fund with a distribution will drop on the ex-date by the amount of the distribution. Keep in mind that market conditions, portfolio changes and/or changes in outstanding fund shares could affect these estimates substantially. This information is NOT FINAL and is subject to change until the ex-dividend date. All data subject to change. Actual distributions will be posted on the aptusetfs.com site after each fund’s ex-dividend date. Aptus does not provide tax, accounting or legal advice. Any tax statements contained herein were not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used for the purpose of avoiding U.S., federal, state or local tax penalties. Clients should consult their advisor as to any tax, accounting or legal statements made herein. Specific questions regarding your clients’ personal income tax situation should be referred to a tax advisor.
Fund Performance
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Performance quoted represents past performance, which is no guarantee of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, so you may have a gain or loss when shares are sold. Current performance may be higher or lower than that quoted. Short-term performance in particular is not a good indication of the fund’s future performance and an investment should not be made solely on returns.
Market Price: The current price at which shares are bought and sold. Market returns are based upon the last trade price.
NAV: The dollar value of a single share, based on the value of the underlying assets of the fund minus its liabilities, divided by the number of shares outstanding. Calculated at the end of each business day.
DEFR Fund Holdings
Current as of 05/13/2025
| Stock Ticker | Cusip | Security Desc | Shares | Price | Market Value | Weightings | Effective Date |
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| 2QQQ 250814C00450000 | 2QQQ 250814C00450000 | QQQ 08/14/2025 450 C | 212.00 | 75.08 | 1,591,696.00 | 63.67% | 05/14/2025 |
| 2QQQ 250814C00550000 | 2QQQ 250814C00550000 | QQQ 08/14/2025 550 C | -212.00 | 8.17 | -173,204.00 | -6.93% | 05/14/2025 |
| 2QQQ 250814P00450000 | 2QQQ 250814P00450000 | QQQ 08/14/2025 450 P | -212.00 | 4.93 | -104,516.00 | -4.18% | 05/14/2025 |
| 2QQQ 250814P00550000 | 2QQQ 250814P00550000 | QQQ 08/14/2025 550 P | 212.00 | 36.91 | 782,492.00 | 31.30% | 05/14/2025 |
| Cash&Other | Cash&Other | Cash & Other | 402,664.99 | 1.00 | 402,664.99 | 16.11% | 05/14/2025 |
Holdings are subject to change without notice.