IEF Profile
The iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF aims to provide investors with exposure to U.S. Treasury securities with maturities ranging from seven to ten years. The fund tracks an index specifically designed to measure the performance of U.S. government bonds within this maturity range. By focusing on this segment of the Treasury yield curve, the ETF seeks to deliver stable, income-generating investments with moderate interest rate sensitivity.
To achieve its investment objectives, the fund commits to investing at least 80% of its assets in the securities that comprise the underlying index. This allocation strategy ensures that the fund’s performance is closely aligned with the index, which reflects the market value of U.S. Treasury securities with the specified maturities. Additionally, the fund will invest a minimum of 90% of its assets in U.S. Treasury securities that the advisor, BlackRock Fund Advisors (BFA), considers representative of the index, further ensuring precise tracking.
The underlying index includes a broad array of publicly issued U.S. Treasury securities with remaining maturities between seven and ten years. This index serves as a benchmark for investors seeking exposure to medium-term U.S. government debt, offering a balance between short-term and long-term bonds. The fund's investment strategy is designed to provide a reliable income stream while maintaining a moderate level of interest rate risk compared to longer-dated Treasury securities.
By investing primarily in securities that align with the index, the iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF offers a targeted approach for those looking to invest in U.S. government bonds with intermediate maturities. This strategy appeals to investors who seek the safety and stability of U.S. Treasuries while avoiding the higher volatility associated with longer-term bonds. The fund’s approach allows for effective portfolio diversification and income generation within the medium-term Treasury bond segment.
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