MBND Profile
The SPDR Nuveen Municipal Bond ETF aims to provide investors with exposure to a diversified portfolio of municipal bonds that generate income exempt from federal income tax. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in municipal bonds, which are debt securities issued by state and local governments or their agencies. These bonds are primarily selected based on their ability to provide tax-exempt interest income, making them attractive to investors seeking to minimize their federal tax liabilities.
The ETF’s investment strategy focuses on municipal bonds with credit ratings of A3/A-/A- or higher from major credit rating agencies. This approach targets investment-grade bonds that are considered to have a relatively low risk of default. However, the fund retains the flexibility to invest up to 20% of its net assets in bonds rated Baa1/BBB+/BBB+ or lower, allowing for the inclusion of lower-rated securities that may offer higher yields but come with increased credit risk.
Municipal bonds are known for their tax advantages and are often used by investors seeking stable income while managing their tax burden. The SPDR Nuveen Municipal Bond ETF benefits from the broad issuance of municipal bonds across various sectors, including infrastructure, education, and healthcare. This diversification within the municipal bond market helps in mitigating risks associated with individual issuers or sectors while aiming to deliver consistent income returns.
Managed by SPDR and Nuveen, the ETF leverages extensive expertise in fixed-income investing and municipal bond markets. The fund’s non-diversified nature reflects its focus on municipal bonds, concentrating its investments in this specific asset class to achieve its tax-exempt income objective. The strategic approach and rigorous credit analysis employed by the management team are designed to provide investors with a reliable source of tax-advantaged income while navigating the complexities of the municipal bond market.
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