UMI: Decent Performance, But Low Oil Prices Could Be An Issue Going Forward

  • UMI is an actively managed ETF focused on high current income from midstream energy companies, but its yield (3.95%) lags peers and fixed income options. Despite its income focus, UMI has delivered strong total returns, outperforming the S&P 500 and most midstream peers over the past three years. The fund's relatively high expense ratio and concentrated portfolio explain its lower yield, despite holdings in high-yielding midstream firms.