EXPLORE iSHARES BOND ETFs

Capital at risk. The value of investments and the income from them can fall as well as rise and are not guaranteed. Investors may not get back the amount originally invested.

With over 80% of the bond market yielding +4% today, investors have a compelling opportunity.⁵ While holding individual bonds to maturity can secure these yields, fixed maturity ETFs like iBonds offer a more efficient solution.

iBonds ETFs invest in a basket of bonds that all mature in the same year, providing the predictability of individual bonds with the simplicity and diversification of an ETF.

Holding cash in low-yielding deposit accounts can erode real returns over time, as inflation gradually diminishes purchasing power. iShares cash and short duration ETFs seek to offer a more efficient way to manage liquidity while seeking improved yield.

These funds typically invest in low risk, highly liquid assets such as Treasury bills, short term government bonds, and corporate bonds with short maturities.

They offer a way to potentially earn higher yields while maintaining capital preservation. Investors can buy and sell these ETFs on the stock market, providing quick access to funds, unlike some fixed deposits or longer-term bonds.

Accessing a broad basket of core bonds can be complex and costly - iShares core building blocks ETFs can help.

Diversification and asset allocation may not fully protect you from market risk.

The Fund’s investments may have low liquidity which often causes the value of these investments to be less predictable. In extreme cases, the Fund may not be able to realise the investment at the latest market price or at a price considered fair.

Today's broader bond universe may offer opportunities to reduce risk and increase yield by moving beyond core bonds (such as investment grade credit or government debt). Investors may benefit from a more balanced allocation between core bonds and 'plus' sectors, including high-yield credit, securitised assets and emerging market debt.

Risk management cannot fully eliminate the risk of investment loss.

iShares’ active and index income solutions enable investors to adapt to fast-emerging trends and tap into niche sources of income.

Companies which issue higher yield bonds typically have an increased risk of defaulting on repayments. In the event of default, the value of investors investment may reduce. Economic conditions and interest rate levels may also impact significantly the values of high yield bonds.