ISHG

📎 Investment Objective

The iShares International Treasury Bond ETF (ISHG) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of investment-grade international treasury bonds.

✨ Key Features

• Provides exposure to a broad range of international government bonds outside the U.S.
• Invests in investment-grade debt instruments issued by developed market governments
• Seeks to track the performance of the FTSE World Government Bond Index ex-US
• Low expense ratio of 0.00%

⚠️ Primary Risks

• Interest rate risk: The value of the bonds held by the ETF may decline if interest rates rise
• Currency risk: As the fund invests in non-U.S. bonds, it is subject to fluctuations in foreign exchange rates
• Liquidity risk: The bonds held by the fund may have lower liquidity, which could impact the ETF's ability to sell positions
• Credit risk: The fund is exposed to the risk of default by the issuers of the government bonds it holds

👤 Best For

This ETF may be suitable for investors seeking exposure to a diversified portfolio of international government bonds as part of a broader fixed income allocation. It may be appropriate for investors with a medium to long-term investment horizon who are comfortable with the risks associated with international bond investments.