iShares US Aggregate Bonds

ETF description

This ETF invests in a broad mix of U.S. bonds, including government, corporate, and mortgage‑backed securities. The goal of the fund is to provide exposure to the entire U.S. bond market, offering a balance of risk and return across different types of bonds. The bonds included in the fund range in credit quality, maturity, and interest rate, giving investors a diversified approach to fixed‑income investments.

This ETF may appeal to investors seeking a stable and diversified bond portfolio with exposure to different sectors of the U.S. economy.

Issuer details

iShares ETFs are issued and managed by BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management company.

With 800+ products globally and over $2trn in assets (as at June 2024), iShares ETFs are a flexible, low‑cost way for investors to gain exposure to various market segments, including fixed income, emerging markets and broad‑based indexes.

Index details

The US Aggregate Bonds index offers a broad and comprehensive measure of the performance of the U.S. bond market by including a wide range of fixed‑income securities, from government and corporate bonds to mortgage‑backed securities. By focusing on investment‑grade bonds, the index provides a balance of income and credit quality, making it an ideal choice for investors seeking diversified exposure to the U.S. bond market.