ACSV.B Attracts $208K in Inflows — But Fees Loom Large

ETF Overview and Capital Flows

The American Century Small Cap Value Insights ETF (ACSV.B) targets U.S. small-cap companies showing accelerating, sustainable business improvement. Structured as an active equity fund, it aims to outperform its benchmark over full market cycles. Recent capital flows reveal a net inflow of $104,642.81 in standard orders and $103,902.48 in extra-large block trades on February 5, 2026. These flows highlight institutional interest but do not confirm a broader trend.

Peer ETF Snapshot

• ACVT.P charges 0.65% expense ratio with $28M in assets.
• AGG.P has a 0.03% expense ratio and $138B AUM, the largest in the group.
• AVIG.P holds $2B with a 0.15% expense ratio.
• ANGL.O charges 0.25% and manages $3B.

Opportunities and Structural Constraints

ACSV.B’s recent inflows and active strategy position it to benefit from small-cap value rotations, though its 0.49% expense ratio lags peers like AGG.P. The fund’s focus on accelerating business improvement may attract investors seeking growth in undervalued small-cap stocks. That said, higher fees and limited AUM compared to broad-market ETFs could constrain widespread adoption. In practice, ACSV.B balances niche exposure with active management costs, making it a candidate for investors prioritizing thematic small-cap opportunities over cost efficiency.