SPDR Bloomberg International Treasury Bond ETF Price & Performance (BWX)

Investors are gravitating towards cash-like ETFs as fears of a recession and market volatility grow. Ultra-short-term bond ETFs have drawn over $16 billion this year, with iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF leading inflows at $7 billion. SPDR Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF also attracted $3.2 billion in 2025.12

Short-term bond ETFs have become a haven for investors amid economic uncertainty. The SPDR Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF, tracking U.S. Treasury bills, saw significant inflows this year. This trend reflects a broader flight to safety as inflation concerns and stock market turbulence persist.34

The SPDR FTSE International Government Inflation-Protected Bond ETF announced a monthly distribution of $0.2855. With assets under management of $318.45 million, this ETF remains a key option for investors seeking international inflation protection, though its investment thesis has faced some skepticism.56