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Best European CLO ETFs in Netherlands

Investing in European CLO ETFs is a key strategy for Netherlands residents looking to protect their savings against inflation. In 2026, the European Central Bank (ECB) €STR overnight rate stands at 1.931%, directly influencing yields across the eurozone fixed-income universe.

With Netherlands inflation at 2.6% (HICP YoY) and a capital gains tax rate of 36.0% on interest income, finding products that deliver a positive real return after both taxes and inflation is essential to preserving your purchasing power.

What Are European CLO ETFs?

CLO ETFs (Collateralized Loan Obligations) are exchange-traded funds that invest in pools of corporate loans. European CLO ETFs typically focus on the highest-rated (AAA) tranches, offering floating interest rates that adjust with central bank rates. This provides higher yields than government bonds while maintaining strong credit quality.

How European CLO ETFs Work

You can buy and sell CLO ETFs on major stock exchanges using any broker. The ETF managers pool money to buy highly-rated securitized loans. Since the loans have floating rates, your yield adjusts to current market conditions.

Historical Evolution

Compare average European CLO ETFs returns against inflation over time

Compare European CLO ETFs Yields in Netherlands

TypeInstitution / ProductGross YieldAfter TaxReal YieldStatusDetails
European CLO ETFs

Palmer Square EUR CLO Senior (PCLD)

EU
3.65%2.18%-0.42%Loses to Inflation

TER: 0.25%, Passive AAA/AA EUR CLO Index, passive management

European CLO ETFs

Invesco EUR AAA CLO Dist (CLOD)

EU
3.55%2.11%-0.49%Loses to Inflation

TER: 0.25%, AAA-rated EUR CLOs, distributing, ISIN: IE000U7LIXH5

European CLO ETFs

Invesco EUR AAA CLO Acc (CLOA)

EU
3.55%2.11%-0.49%Loses to Inflation

TER: 0.25%, AAA-rated EUR CLOs, accumulating, ISIN: IE000Y2JPPS4

European CLO ETFs

Janus Henderson EUR AAA CLO

EU
3.55%2.11%-0.49%Loses to Inflation

TER: 0.25%, AAA-rated EUR CLOs, active management

European CLO ETFs

iShares € AAA CLO Active (EUCL)

EU
3.50%2.08%-0.52%Loses to Inflation

TER: 0.25%, actively managed AAA CLOs, BlackRock management

European CLO ETFs

UBS EUR AAA CLO UCITS ETF

EU
3.40%2.00%-0.60%Loses to Inflation

TER: 0.28%, AAA-rated EUR CLOs, semi-annual distribution, launched July 2025