ATLASAlerian MLP ETF (AMLP): outlook, holdings and fees
Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by ALPS. The expense ratio is 0.85% and the yield is 7.55%. The ten largest holdings are 88% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on AMLP
| Last price | $53.49 (-1.1%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 55% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $52.40 – $55.14 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.9% |
| Distribution yield | 7.55% |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
AMLP fund facts
| Issuer | ALPS |
|---|---|
| Theme | Energy |
| Assets under management | $12.7B |
| Expense ratio | 0.85% |
| Number of holdings | 19 |
| Portfolio turnover | 41% |
| Inception | Aug 25, 2010 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its total assets in securities that comprise the underlying index. The underlying index is comprised of energy infrastructure MLPs that earn a majority of their cash flow from the transportation, storage and processing of energy commodities. It is non-diversified.
AMLP top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Sunoco LP SUN | Energy | 13.41% |
| Western Midstream Partners LP WES | Energy | 13.84% |
| Plains All American Pipeline LP PAA | Energy | 12.87% |
| MPLX LP MPLX | Energy | 12.88% |
| Enterprise Products Partners LP EPD | Energy | 12.82% |
| Hess Midstream Partners LP HESM | Energy | 7.89% |
| Cheniere Energy Partners LP CQP | Energy | 4.48% |
| USA Compression Partners LP USAC | Energy | 4.28% |
| Genesis Energy LP GEL | Energy | 3.01% |
| WaterBridge Infrastructure LLC WBI | Energy | 2.88% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
AMLP sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Energy | 98.2% |
| Utilities | 1.8% |
By region: North America 100.0%.
AMLP returns and risk
| Year to date | +17.7% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +25.7% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +17.0% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +16.8% |
| 10 years (annualised) | +6.9% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 15.1% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.82 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
AMLP: frequently asked questions
What does AMLP invest in?
Alerian MLP ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Sunoco LP (13.4%), Western Midstream Partners LP (13.8%), Plains All American Pipeline LP (12.9%), MPLX LP (12.9%), Enterprise Products Partners LP (12.8%).
What is the AMLP expense ratio?
0.85% a year: about $85.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the AMLP dividend yield?
7.55%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will AMLP go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 55%, with a likely range (50%) of $52.40 to $55.14 from $53.49 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has AMLP performed?
Year to date +17.7%, one year +25.7%, three years +17.0% a year, five years +16.8% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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