iShares Ultrashort Bond ESG

Details

ETF description

The iShares Ultra Short Bond ESG ETF provides investors with exposure to a diversified portfolio of short‑term, high‑quality bonds that adhere to strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. By tracking the Bloomberg Barclays MSCI U.S. ESG Focus Ultra Short‑Term Bond index, this ETF aims to offer low‑duration bond investments with a focus on sustainability, providing a balance of minimal interest rate risk and ESG integration.

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 Ultrashort Bond ESG index provides targeted exposure to short‑duration bonds that meet stringent ESG criteria, offering investors a low‑risk, sustainable investment option. By focusing on high‑quality, ESG‑compliant securities with very short maturities, the index aims to deliver stable income while supporting ethical and sustainable investment practices. It serves as a valuable tool for conservative investors seeking stability and alignment with sustainability goals in their fixed‑income investments.