iShares Yield Optimized Bond ETF Price & Performance (BYLD)

BlackRock has integrated its Bitcoin ETF, iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), into its $150 billion model portfolio lineup, marking a notable shift in institutional cryptocurrency adoption. The inclusion of Bitcoin, despite recent price volatility, is aimed at providing diversification benefits to long-term investment strategies.1

Market indicators like the Fear & Greed Index and the VIX signal heightened investor caution as volatility spikes. Extreme fear dominates sentiment, driven by tech sector declines and global economic concerns. Defensive ETFs are gaining attention as investors seek to shield portfolios from potential downturns.2

The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 4.32% on March 7, while the 2-year yield was at 3.99%. The persistent inverted yield curve, often a recession predictor, remains a focus for economists. Historical data suggests a lag of several months between such inversions and economic downturns.3