iShares iBonds 2024 Term High Yield and Income ETF Price & Performance (IBHD)

The number of exchange-traded products on the ETF Deathwatch list rose to 701 in February, with 174 new additions primarily due to low trading activity. While no new entries were triggered by low assets under management, persistently low volume and assets could lead to closures if trends persist.12

The iShares iBonds 2027 Term High Yield and Income ETF (IBHG) maintains a strong dividend yield of 6.93%, paying $1.52 per share over the past year. The fund distributes dividends monthly, though its annual dividend growth rate dropped by 1.88% over the last year, reflecting minor yield compression.34

Investors are showing renewed interest in bond ETFs, such as iBonds, to capitalize on current yield opportunities and diversify portfolios. Unconstrained investment approaches and target-maturity products are being highlighted for their flexibility and potential to outperform traditional fixed income strategies in today’s market.56