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The iShares Global Corp Bond GBP-Hedged ETF is an exchange-traded fund designed to provide exposure to a diverse array of corporate bonds issued by companies worldwide. Its primary function is to offer investors a global perspective on fixed income, while simultaneously managing foreign exchange risk by hedging currency exposure back to the British Pound. This ensures that the returns are related primarily to changes in interest rates and credit conditions, without additional volatility from currency fluctuations.
The ETF primarily features investment-grade bonds, encompassing major sectors such as finance, technology, industrials, and energy. By investing in this fund, market participants gain access to a wide-ranging portfolio of corporate debt, facilitating geographic diversification across mature markets like the United States, Europe, and Asia.
As part of the broader iShares portfolio managed by BlackRock, this ETF plays a significant role in the fixed income market, appealing to British investors seeking to diversify their bond holdings internationally, while maintaining currency stability. It represents a strategic approach to fixed income investing, blending global credit exposure with a localized currency hedging mechanism.
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Instrument type
ETF
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United Kingdom
MIC code
XLON