SPDR Global Aggregate Bonds

ETF description

The SPDR Global Aggregate Bonds ETF offers investors diversified exposure to a broad range of global fixed‑income securities. By tracking the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Bond index, this ETF provides a comprehensive representation of the global bond market, including government, corporate, and securitized debt across both developed and emerging markets. It aims to deliver income and preserve capital through a wide‑ranging portfolio of high‑quality bonds.

Issuer details

SPDR ETFs (Standard & Poor’s Depositary Receipts), managed by State Street Global Advisors, are among the largest and most recognized ETFs in the world, with over $1 trillion in assets under management as of June 2024. SPDR offers a broad range of ETFs covering various market segments, including equities, fixed income, sector‑specific funds, commodities, and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investments. Launched in 1993 with the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), the first ever ETF, SPDR ETFs are known for their strong emphasis on liquidity, transparency, and robust research and analysis. Notable ETFs in their lineup include the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), and SPDR Bloomberg Barclays High Yield Bond ETF (JNK), reflecting SPDR’s commitment to providing diverse and high‑quality investment options to meet the needs of various investors.

Index details

The Global Aggregate Bonds index offers investors comprehensive exposure to the global investment‑grade bond market, spanning government and corporate bonds, as well as mortgage‑backed and asset‑backed securities from both developed and emerging markets. With its focus on diversification, stability, and income generation, the index provides opportunities for investors to build a robust and globally diversified fixed‑income portfolio.