HYG — iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF
iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (ticker: HYG) is a bond ETF issued by BlackRock, Inc. tracking iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index. It was launched on 2007-04-04.
About HYG
The iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG) tracks the iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index, providing exposure to U.S. dollar-denominated high yield corporate bonds. The fund invests in a broad range of "junk" bonds from North American corporations.
Investors might consider HYG for exposure to the performance of the high-yield corporate bond market. It is suitable for those seeking income potential from bonds rated below investment grade.
- Tracks the iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index.
- Invests in 1321 U.S. dollar-denominated high-yield corporate bonds.
- Has an expense ratio of 0.49%.
- Offers exposure to the performance of the high-yield corporate bond market.
- Managed by BlackRock, Inc. and launched in 2007.
Returns (Total Return)
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1 Day | 0.14% |
| 1 Week | -0.38% |
| 1 Month | -0.75% |
| 3 Months | -0.19% |
| 6 Months | -1.25% |
| YTD | -1.35% |
| 1 Year | 2.25% |
| 3 Years | 22.30% |
| 5 Years | 15.35% |
| 10 Years | — |
| Since Inception | — |
Top Holdings
| # | Security | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-4.34% | 66922477 | 1.02% |
| 2 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-4.34% | 66922477 | 1.02% |
| 3 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-4.34% | 66922477 | 1.02% |
| 4 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-4.34% | 66922477 | 1.02% |
| 5 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-4.34% | 66922477 | 1.02% |
| 6 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-3.65% | N/A | 0.87% |
| 7 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-3.65% | N/A | 0.87% |
| 8 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-3.65% | N/A | 0.87% |
| 9 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-3.65% | N/A | 0.87% |
| 10 | BLK CSH FND TREASURY SL AGENCY-3.65% | N/A | 0.87% |
Fund Profile
| Issuer | BlackRock, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Brand | iShares |
| Asset Class | bond |
| Strategy | Vanilla |
| Structure | ETF |
| Category | High Yield Bonds |
| Segment | Fixed Income: U.S. - Corporate, Broad-based High Yield |
| Region | North America |
| Index Tracked | iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index |
| Inception Date | 2007-04-04 |
| Tax on Distributions | Ordinary income |
Quick Facts
| Ticker | HYG |
|---|---|
| Full Name | iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF |
| Issuer | BlackRock, Inc. |
| Asset Class | bond |
| Expense Ratio | 0.00% |
| AUM | $16.06B |
| Inception | 2007-04-04 |
| Index Tracked | iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does HYG track?
HYG (iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF) tracks iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index, a bond benchmark.
What is the expense ratio of HYG?
HYG has an expense ratio of 0.00% per year.
What is the AUM of HYG?
HYG has approximately $16.06B in assets under management.
Does HYG pay a dividend?
HYG distributes income according to its prospectus (Ordinary income tax treatment). Check the dividend history tab for ex-dividend dates and yield.
Who issues HYG?
HYG is issued by BlackRock, Inc. under the iShares brand, launched on 2007-04-04.
Open the interactive HYG dashboard for charts, historical fund flows, holdings breakdown and seasonality patterns.