iShares US Aggregate Bonds

ETF description

The iShares US Aggregate Bonds ETF provides comprehensive exposure to the U.S. investment‑grade bond market by tracking the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond index. This ETF includes a wide range of U.S. government and corporate bonds, as well as mortgage‑backed securities and asset‑backed securities. The ETF aims to offer investors a diversified portfolio of high‑quality bonds with varying maturities and credit qualities, providing a stable source of income and capital preservation. It is designed for investors seeking broad exposure to the U.S. fixed‑income market, with an emphasis on investment‑grade securities to help mitigate risk while offering steady returns.

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.