CALF: After A 20% Rally, Why SFLO Still Might Have The FCF Yield Edge

The Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows ETF is rated 'hold' after a strong 20.02% total return since February 2026, outperforming most peers. CALF's strategy update expanded holdings to 200 and increased mid-cap exposure, but weight constraints may dilute the free cash flow yield advantage. CALF offers consistent quality with a lower TTM P/E (12.46x) and higher free cash flow yield (12.57%) versus SFLO, aiding downside protection.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 15, 2026

Is Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows ETF (CALF) a Strong ETF Right Now?

Launched on 06/16/2017, the Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows ETF (CALF) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Style Box - Small Cap Value category of the market.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 12, 2026

Should Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows ETF (CALF) Be on Your Investing Radar?

Launched on June 16, 2017, the Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows ETF (CALF) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Small Cap Value segment of the US equity market.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 21, 2026

8 ETF Winners in the 'Pay Me Now' Trade

Investors looking for stability should buy these funds focused on companies with strong sales, healthy dividends, and cash flow.

Barrons • Jul 31, 2026

CALF: Quality Small-Cap Exposure Lacking A Clear Performance Edge

The Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows ETF targets high free cash flow small caps, offering a differentiated, value-tilted portfolio. CALF recently broadened its eligible stock universe, but long-term alpha remains unproven. I assign CALF a 'Hold' rating due to its elevated expense ratio and lack of clearly superior long-term/risk-adjusted returns.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 8, 2026

CALF: Strategy Change Impact Still Positive For These Small/Mid-Cap Cash Cows

CALF: Strategy Change Impact Still Positive For These Small/Mid-Cap Cash Cows

Seeking Alpha • Feb 17, 2026

CALF: Improved Strategy, But Momentum Is Driving This Small-Cap Cash Cows ETF

The Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows 100 ETF underwent a strategy change earlier this year and has seen solid results since, delivering returns near the top of its category. CALF now selects double the number of stocks based on free cash flow yield (200 vs. 100) and has a new selection universe that includes 2500+ small and mid-cap companies. CALF's high quality and cheap valuations remain. The ETF now features 15.21% free cash flow margins and an 11.66x P/E - a mix that beats peers like AVUV and IWN.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 18, 2025

CALF: Overpaying For A Smart Beta Strategy That Lags The S&P 600

The Pacer US Small Cap Cash Cows ETF is rated Hold, due to high fees and lack of clear outperformance, versus cheaper alternatives. CALF's strategy of selecting high free cash flow small-caps results in sector concentration, high turnover, and elevated risk compared to IJR. The fund's performance is inconsistent, with higher volatility and no compelling risk-adjusted returns to justify its 0.59% expense ratio.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 18, 2025

Here's to a Second $1 Trillion Year for ETFs

It's October, and ETFs are closing in on the $1 trillion mark for net inflows in 2025 (We have $997 billion as of October 9). This is a monumental achievement given this milestone was first crossed in a calendar year only last December.

ETF Trends • Oct 10, 2025

Six of the Best Small-Cap ETFs to Buy Now

It's been a rough stretch for small-cap ETFs, but the clouds appear to be parting. Here are six we like.

Kiplinger • Sep 19, 2025