Overview
Description
iShares iBoxx High Yield Corporate Bond ETF is an exchange-traded fund designed to track the performance of high yield (or "junk") corporate bonds. This ETF offers investors a way to gain exposure to corporate debt securities that are rated below investment grade, which typically offer higher yields to compensate for their increased risk levels. The primary function of this ETF is to provide diversified access to a broad segment of below-investment-grade bonds, which can help investors attain higher income potential compared to traditional investment-grade bonds while also being aware of the accompanying higher volatility and risk.
Notable features of the ETF include its focus on U.S.-issued corporate bonds, typically across a wide array of industries such as energy, telecommunications, and manufacturing. The iShares iBoxx High Yield Corporate Bond ETF plays a significant role in the yield-driven segment of the fixed income market, offering traders and investors a tool for both income generation and portfolio diversification. By packaging a diversified set of high-yield bonds into an accessible format, this ETF enables broader participation in the high-yield bond market while mitigating the risk inherent in investing in individual high-yield bonds.
About
Address
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Phone
1-800-474-2737
Website
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Instrument type
ETF
Country
United States
MIC code
ARCX