iShares USD Treasury 1-3 Year UCITS ETF

The iShares USD Treasury 1-3 Year UCITS ETF is an exchange-traded fund that primarily invests in short-term U.S. Treasury bonds. Its main function is to offer investors a way to gain exposure to the U.S. government debt market with a focus on bonds that have maturities ranging from 1 to 3 years. This ETF is designed to provide a stable income stream with lower risk compared to equities or longer-duration bonds, as shorter-term bonds typically experience less volatility in interest rates. The fund plays a significant role for investors seeking capital preservation and liquidity while earning returns that surpass traditional savings account interest rates. Its holdings are concentrated in U.S. government securities, ensuring a high credit quality due to the backing of the U.S. Treasury. This ETF is widely regarded as a benchmark for those wishing to track the performance of the short-term U.S. Treasury market, making it a critical component in the fixed-income sector, particularly for conservative portfolios aiming to hedge against market uncertainties.