iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF Price & Performance (IEI)

The iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (IEI) closed slightly down at $117.93, marking a minor decline for the third consecutive session. Despite recent softness, buy signals from key moving averages and a rare Golden Star pattern indicate the ETF could see a 2.3% rise over the next three months, with low volatility enhancing its risk profile.12

Recent activity shows increased demand for iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) as investors seek safety in longer-term government bonds. April has seen the best week for long-term yields since 1982, reflecting concerns about inflation and global Treasury sell-offs. TLT is now viewed as a defensive play against market volatility.3

Over the past three months, the iShares 3-7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (IEI) delivered a 2.06% return, outperforming the S&P 500’s -12.71% in the same period. The ETF’s low expense ratio and steady performance highlight its appeal for conservative investors navigating recent equity market turbulence.2