With the 1-year Treasury yielding about 4% and the 6-month bill just under 4%, income investors face a familiar dilemma.
Owning junk bonds usually means owning the wreckage of companies that were never particularly good to begin with.
Investors looking for added income in the bond market — without taking on significantly more risk — will often venture to corporate debt. That search can also include high-yield fare, particularly at times when the broader economy is solid and default rates are low.
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This company is designed to provide investors with an opportunity to gain exposure to below investment-grade corporate bonds, which, importantly, were rated as investment grade at the time of their issuance. It aims to replicate the performance of its benchmark index by investing at least 80% of its assets in the bonds that make up the index. These bonds are characterized by their denominations in U.S. dollars, providing a focused investment platform for those looking to invest in the corporate bond market with specific credit rating dynamics. The fund's strategy highlights a targeted approach towards bonds that may offer higher yields compared to investment-grade bonds, reflecting a unique risk-reward ratio for investors.
The fund offers focused investment products and services centered around corporate bonds that have shifted from investment grade to below investment grade: