iShares USD High Yield Corporate Bond ESG UCITS ETF

The iShares USD High Yield Corporate Bond ESG UCITS ETF is an exchange-traded fund that provides exposure to a broad portfolio of non-investment grade corporate bonds denominated in US dollars. Its primary function is to deliver a total return that reflects the performance of the Bloomberg MSCI US Corporate High Yield Sustainable BB+ SRI Bond Index, combining both capital appreciation and income generation. A distinguishing feature of this ETF is its integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, focusing on issuers with stronger sustainability practices relative to their industry peers. This approach allows investors to access the high-yield segment of the US corporate bond market while applying an ESG overlay to the selection process. The fund plays a significant role for market participants seeking diversified exposure to US high-yield credit with an added emphasis on responsible investing. Additionally, it is structured under the UCITS regulatory framework, which is widely recognized for its investor protection standards and operational transparency.