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The Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) is currently trading at $52.38, below its 20-day EMA of $53.17, its 50-day SMA of $54.36, and its 200-day SMA of $52.57. This indicates a bearish trend. The fund's strategy focuses on U.S. energy infrastructure master limited partnerships, tracking the Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index. Its holdings are concentrated in midstream energy activities, offering exposure to pipeline, storage, and logistics businesses. The fund's recent performance shows a 1-month return of -6.46%, contrasting with a YTD return of 16.89%.
AMLP at a glance
Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP): Sell, 25/100 on CleaRank's AI score.
TrendDown: the price is below both its 50- and 200-day moving averages ($54.36 and $52.57).
FundExpense ratio 1.01%, $12.6B in net assets, +19.7% total return over 1 year.
As of October 15, 2026, Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) trades at $52.38. The 14-day RSI (daily closes) is 39, showing bearish momentum without being oversold, and the price is below its 50-day simple moving average of $54.36.
Figures as of October 15, 2026.
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Alerian MLP ETF is an exchange-traded fund that provides concentrated exposure to U.S. energy infrastructure master limited partnerships. The fund seeks to track the Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index, a portfolio of publicly traded MLPs that generate most of their cash flow from midstream activities such as transporting, storing, and processing energy commodities.
Issuer
ALPS
Category
Energy Limited Partnership
Inception
Aug 25, 2010
Expense ratio
1.01%
Net assets
$12.62B
NAV
$52.60
Distribution yield
7.84%
YTD return
16.89%
Turnover
14.00%
Sector weights
Energy98.2%
Utilities1.9%
Trailing total returns
Period
AMLP
YTD
16.89%
1 month
-6.46%
3 months
2.19%
1 year
19.66%
3 years
16.11%
5 years
18.40%
10 years
6.53%
As of Oct 15, 2026, AMLP has an expense ratio of 1.01%, $12.62B in net assets and a distribution yield of 7.84%.
Fund reference data as of Oct 15, 2026. Expense ratio and net assets are reported by the fund; returns are total returns and can differ from price change.
AMLP Analysis
AI Analyst Consensus ScoreSell
At $52.38, AMLP is trading below its 20-day EMA ($53.17), 50-day SMA ($54.36), and 200-day SMA ($52.57), indicating a bearish trend. The 14-day RSI is at 38.98, which is interpreted as bearish momentum. The Stochastic indicator is at 42.45, suggesting a lack of strong upward momentum. The Commodity Channel Index (CCI) is at -49.08, further supporting a bearish short-term outlook. Volume was 1,044,200, which is 23.7% below its average, suggesting reduced trading activity during this price decline.
ProTips
Consider the high expense ratio (1.01%) when evaluating long-term investment potential.
Market Outlook
The outlook for AMLP is currently bearish, driven by its technical indicators. The ETF is trading below its key moving averages (20-day EMA, 50-day SMA, 200-day SMA), and its 14-day RSI is in bearish territory. The sector focus on energy infrastructure MLPs means its performance is tied to the energy market's stability and demand. For the next 6-12 months, a continued bearish trend is possible if the energy sector faces headwinds or if broader market sentiment turns negative. A break above the 50-day SMA ($54.36) would be needed to signal a potential shift in momentum. Conversely, a sustained move below the 200-day SMA ($52.57) could lead to further downside.
Market Correlations
How this etf moves relative to other assets
Based on 1 year of daily price data. Correlations may vary over different time periods.
S&P 500 (SPY)+0.38
Weak correlation
Nasdaq 100 (QQQ)+0.27
Weak correlation
Bitcoin (BTC)-0.05
Weak correlation
Gold (XAU)-0.01
Weak correlation
As of October 15, 2026, AMLP's 1-year correlation of daily returns is +0.38 with S&P 500 (SPY), +0.27 with Nasdaq 100 (QQQ), -0.05 with Bitcoin (BTC) and -0.01 with gold (XAU).
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Key Statistics
Net Assets
12.62B
Expense Ratio
0.0101%
Yield
7.84%
Day High
$52.90
Day Low
$52.10
52 Week High
56.43
52 Week Low
45.22
The Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) is heavily concentrated in the Energy sector, with 98.15% of its assets allocated to this area, and a small 1.85% in Utilities. The fund's expense ratio is 1.01%, costing $101.00 per $10,000 invested. Its net assets stand at $12.62 billion. The ETF's strategy is to provide exposure to U.S. energy infrastructure MLPs, focusing on companies involved in transporting, storing, and processing energy commodities. The turnover rate is 14.00%, suggesting a relatively stable portfolio composition.
Fund Performance Analysis
The underlying energy infrastructure MLPs it holds are generally focused on stable cash flows from transportation and storage fees. The sector's performance is more closely tied to energy demand and commodity prices than traditional corporate earnings. The fund's YTD return of 16.89% suggests that the underlying assets have performed well year-to-date, despite recent price weakness.
Key Risks
The primary risk for AMLP is its high concentration in the Energy sector (98.15%), making it vulnerable to sector-specific downturns. Its current trading below key moving averages signals potential for further price declines. Additionally, the ETF's expense ratio of 1.01% is relatively high for an ETF, which can impact long-term returns.
Technical Indicators i
RSI (14-day)
38.98
MACD (12, 26)
-0.563
SMA (50-day)
54.36
SMA (200-day)
52.57
Technical RatingBearish
RSI
Bearish
SMA Cross
Bullish
Price vs SMA
Bearish
MACD
Bearish
Golden Cross in effect with the 50-day SMA ($54.36) above the 200-day SMA ($52.57), price is trading below the 50-day SMA.
As of October 15, 2026, with AMLP at $52.38, its 14-day RSI is 39.0 (showing bearish momentum without being oversold), its 50-day simple moving average is $54.36 and its 200-day is $52.57.
Calculated by CleaRank on daily closes as of October 15, 2026: Wilder's 14-day RSI, 50- and 200-day simple moving averages, MACD line (12, 26).
AMLP Trade Plans
Specific entry, exit, and risk management levels
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Risk Tolerance
Conservative2%Aggressive
Portfolio Value
$
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Conservative
$53.43
2% above current price
Lower risk, wait for rally
Aggressive
$52.38
Short at current price
Higher risk, chasing the move
Risk Management
STOP LOSS
$55.03
MAX LOSS
-3.0%
Volatility-Adjusted Stop Loss
Calculated based on RSI (39.0) and current market volatility
These levels come from AMLP's moving averages and recent volatility, not from a forecast. Educational levels, not financial advice; the full disclaimer is at the foot of the page.
Growth of $10,000
A $10,000 investment in AMLP in October 2016 would be worth about $8,347 today, compared with about $36,237 for the same investment in the S&P 500 benchmark. This is price change only; dividends paid along the way would add to it.
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AMLP Drawdowns & Recovery
Worst fall, last 10 years
-75.7%
February 2017 to March 2020
Recovery
Not yet
still 21.2% below the February 2017 peak
From the 10-year high
-21.2%
highest close, February 2017
1-year holds that gained
57%
of every 1-year window
As of October 15, 2026, AMLP's worst peak-to-trough fall over the last 10 years was -75.7% (February 2017 to March 2020); it is still 21.2% below that peak, and 57% of 1-year holding periods ended with a gain.
From weekly closing values. A drawdown is the fall from the highest value reached so far to a later low.
Monte Carlo Projection (10yr)
CleaRank's 10-year Monte Carlo simulation projects that a $10,000 investment in AMLP today could grow to about $12,311 by 2036 in the base case, with a 90th-percentile outcome near $39,303 and a 10th-percentile outcome around $3,856. The simulation models price only; at today's 7.84% yield, dividends would add to these figures. Projections are statistical simulations, not guarantees.
AMLP 2030 Scenarios (Monte Carlo)
CleaRank's simulation projects a price near $56.92 for AMLP by 2030 in the base case, from $52.38 today (1.1x over 4 years). The 10th-percentile path ends near $27.32. These are outcomes of a Monte Carlo simulation run on AMLP's historical return distribution, not price targets, and they assume no dividends are reinvested.
AMLP simulated price paths by year
Year
10th percentile
Base case
90th percentile
2027
$37.05
$53.48
$77.20
2028
$32.49
$54.60
$91.77
2029
$29.52
$55.75
$105
2030
$27.32
$56.92
$119
2031
$25.58
$58.12
$132
Method: a lognormal simulation of AMLP's own volatility and capped historical trend, re-run daily; base case is the median path, the outer columns the 10th and 90th percentiles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the expense ratio for the Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP)?
The Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) has an expense ratio of 1.01%, which equates to a cost of $101.00 per $10,000 invested annually.
What sectors does the Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) concentrate its holdings in?
AMLP is heavily concentrated in the Energy sector, holding 98.15% of its assets there, with a minor allocation of 1.85% in Utilities. The fund focuses on U.S. energy infrastructure master limited partnerships.
What is the current distribution yield for the Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP)?
The Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) currently has a distribution yield of 7.84%.
What are the key risks associated with investing in the Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP)?
The main risks include significant concentration in the Energy sector (98.15%), potential for further price declines given its current bearish technicals, and a relatively high expense ratio of 1.01%.
What is the current technical momentum for the Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP)?
The 14-day RSI for AMLP is 38.98, indicating bearish momentum. The fund is also trading below its 20-day EMA, 50-day SMA, and 200-day SMA.
What is AMLP's biggest drop in the last 10 years?
Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP)'s worst peak-to-trough fall over the last 10 years was -75.7%, from February 2017 to March 2020. It has not regained that peak yet and is still 21.2% below it. Over the same period, 57% of 1-year holding periods ended with a gain.
What are AMLP's best and worst months?
Over the last 10 years, January has been AMLP's strongest month on average (+6.96%, rising in 9 of 10 years) and March its weakest (-5.29%, rising in 6 of 10 years). Seasonal averages describe the past and do not predict a given year.
How closely does AMLP move with the stock market?
Over the past year AMLP's daily returns were weakly correlated with the S&P 500 (SPY) (+0.38). Nasdaq 100 (QQQ): +0.27; Bitcoin (BTC): -0.05; Gold (XAU): -0.01. A figure near +1 means the two usually move together; near 0 means little relationship.
What would $10,000 invested in AMLP be worth today?
$10,000 put into AMLP in October 2016 would be worth about $8,347 today, against about $36,237 for the same amount in the S&P 500. That is price change only; distributions would add to it.
What does CleaRank's simulation show for AMLP in 2030?
CleaRank's Monte Carlo simulation, built from AMLP's own historical volatility, puts the 2030 base case near $56.92, with 10th and 90th percentile outcomes of $27.32 and $118.61. It is a range of simulated outcomes, not a price target.
