Harbor SMID Cap Core ETF Beat Benchmark with 6.96% in Q1

The Harbor SMID Cap Core ETF (EPSB) returned 6.96% in the first quarter of 2026, beating its benchmark, according to the fund's quarterly commentary.

The fund invests in U.S. small- and mid-cap stocks selected through fundamental research, targeting companies with durable competitive advantages and reasonable valuations, as stated in its prospectus. Security selection and sector allocation drove the outperformance, the commentary said, though a detailed attribution was not provided.

Harbor Capital, the fund's advisor, sub-advises the portfolio. The ETF trades on the NYSE Arca. The quarterly commentary is available on Harbor Capital's website.