Janus Henderson’s JAAA ETF Hits $30 Billion Milestone, Solidifying its Position as World’s Largest CLO ETF

08/13/2026 – 08:25 AM

• JAAA, a leading Collateralized Loan Obligation (CLO) Exchange Traded Fund, has achieved over $5.7 billion in net inflows year-to-date in 2026.

• Janus Henderson stands as the largest provider of active securitized ETFs in the United States.

DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Janus Henderson Investors today announced a significant milestone for its Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF (JAAA), the world’s largest Collateralized Loan Obligation (CLO) ETF. The fund has now surpassed $30 billion in assets under management (AUM). This impressive growth underscores robust investor demand, with JAAA alone attracting over $5.7 billion in assets this year, positioning it as the second-largest active fixed income ETF. This achievement further solidifies Janus Henderson’s dominance as the leading provider of active securitized ETFs in the U.S., bolstered by a deep bench of industry talent and extensive experience.

Launched in 2020, JAAA was a pioneering CLO ETF, instrumental in democratizing access to high-quality, floating-rate AAA CLOs. Previously, this asset class was largely confined to institutional investors. The ETF structure has provided a liquid and transparent avenue for a broader range of investors to participate. Amidst the rate volatility experienced this year, AAA CLOs have emerged as a top-performing asset class, demonstrating their resilience and attractiveness.

John Kerschner, Global Head of Securitized Products and Portfolio Manager at Janus Henderson, commented, “With over $30 billion in AUM and a proven track record spanning more than five years and multiple market cycles, JAAA has cemented its position as the premier AAA CLO ETF. As a leader in active asset management and a pioneer in securitized ETFs, Janus Henderson leverages its profound expertise in securitized credit, rigorous CLO manager due diligence, and disciplined portfolio construction. JAAA offers investors a distinct income stream with low correlation to traditional fixed income assets, while simultaneously aiming to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns.”

Michael Schweitzer, Head of North America and Asia Pacific Client Group at Janus Henderson, added, “This milestone is a powerful testament to the trust investors place in JAAA and the strategic value they find in AAA CLOs for their portfolios. The potential for attractive income generation, low volatility, and diversification benefits makes AAA CLOs an increasingly vital component of investors’ fixed income strategies. We are deeply appreciative of the confidence our clients have shown, which has been crucial to the success of Janus Henderson’s active fixed income ETF franchise.”

Janus Henderson has been at the vanguard of active ETF innovation, boasting a suite of pioneering products. Beyond JAAA, the firm’s active securitized ETF offerings include JA, which focuses on high-quality AA to A rated CLOs; JBBB, providing exposure to floating-rate CLOs generally rated BBB; JMBS, one of the largest actively managed mortgage-backed securities ETFs; JABS, offering access to investment-grade asset-backed securities; and JSI, which invests across the U.S. securitized markets. Furthermore, Janus Henderson manages UCITS and tokenized strategies spanning AAA, AA-A, and B-BBB (IG) CLOs. The firm ranks as the third-largest active fixed income ETF provider globally and manages over $70 billion in firmwide securitized assets.

A comprehensive list of Janus Henderson ETFs is available [here](https://www.janushenderson.com/en-us/advisor/etfs/).

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