Goldman Sachs Access Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF Price & Performance (GIGB)

The Vanguard Total World Bond ETF (NASDAQ:BNDW) experienced a significant spike in short interest, rising by 124.8% in February. The increase, from 10,100 to 22,700 shares shorted, reflects growing bearish sentiment. Despite this, the ETF maintains stability in its trading range, with a 1-year low of $66.88 and high of $70.90.1

Goldman Sachs has raised its forecast for US credit spreads, predicting investment-grade spreads to hit 125 basis points by Q3, up from 84. Concerns over tariffs and economic slowdown are driving this outlook. High-yield spreads are also expected to widen, reflecting increased risk aversion in the market.2

Amid rising inflation and recession fears, cash-like ETFs are seeing strong inflows, with over $16 billion invested this year. Funds like iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF and SPDR Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF are leading, providing a low-risk hedge for investors during ongoing market uncertainty.3